SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

The Behavioral Health Aide has different responsibilities based on “in the residence” vs “outside the residence.”

Inside the residence

Provides oversight of the residents during the assigned shift.

Because this position involves working alone, the individual must be proficient in maintaining the safety and security of the building and residents by being appropriately trained and certified in crisis stabilization, suicide risk assessment, grounding skills, and responding correctly to police presence at the residence.

Initially assess behavioral problems in residents and facilitates appropriate interventions.

Documents all significant problems and bed checks. Completes confidential filing.  Maintain confidentiality of all residents at all times.

Facilitates daily residential program components, including supervising daily living tasks, and assisting with treatment objectives, and participates in recreational events).

Performs minor house cleaning duties in residence as assigned, transporting linen to hospital laundry using SEARHC vehicle.

Outside the residence

Completes medications count for all prescription medication for clients.

Assists with treatment objectives, participating in recreational events, leading various treatment activities (step study, talking circles, life histories), and sharing the therapeutic group process.

Observes, participates in and leads classroom sessions in the area of chemical dependency.  Participates as a member of the treatment team including attending treatment team meetings.

Participates in career development activities and attends formal and informal substance abuse and addiction training, studies treatment theories and practices.

Provides individual counseling in the area of chemical dependency and fulfills primary responsibilities as assigned.

Attends SEARHC Quality Management trainings and incorporates concepts and skills into delivery of client services.

Additional Details:

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

High school diplomas or GED – required

Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License or to be obtained within six months of hire – required

Must be at least 21 years of age

Experience Required

Experience in a similar field – preferred  

Knowledge of

Knowledge of substance abuse treatment modalities.

Knowledge of substance abuse and its effects on the human body, mind, and social relationships

Knowledge of CFR 42 Part 2 and HIPAA regulations regarding client confidentiality and protected health information laws and practices.

Skills in

Skilled in counseling, crisis intervention and group facilitation.

Skilled in in oral and written communication, including accurate documentation on treatment progress.

Skilled in the utilization of Motivational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention practices.

Ability to

Ability to identify client treatment needs.

Ability to empathize with clients, yet maintain professional boundaries at all times.

Ability to understand and follow agencies policies and procedures.

Position Information:

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!