Assist the Program Manager with clinical and supervision functions, routine quality assurance, program development and direction, and maintenance of accreditation standards. Provide direct clinical services including both individual and group counseling for clients.

Competencies:
The Lead Counselor must be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas:

Communication skills.

Clinical expertise.

Dealing with change.

Approachability.

Interpersonal skills.

Time management/prioritization.

Managing others.

Responsibilities:

Provide counseling, group and individual, and develop treatment plans for clients.

Provide crisis intervention and informal counseling to clients as needed.

Provide educational/informational seminars to clients on topics important to the recovery process and coordinate vocational/educational goal achievement of clients.

Provide appropriate case management for clients.

Maintaining and updating client admission and discharge lists, caseload rosters, staff activity log completion lists, and other program tracking and data forms.

Maintain clinically appropriate client records.

Participate as appropriate in clinical consultations regarding client progress and engage effectively in an interdisciplinary team meeting.

Perform case file review.

Provide quality assurance reviews of clinical documentation as designated by Program Manager.

Orient and train new staff members as necessary.

Provide on-going consultation and training of primary counselors.

Conduct monthly supervisor with primary counselors.

Documents all client services using Akeela’s designated ‘Electronic Health Record’ (ERH) and maintains accurate and timely client records in accordance with Akeela policy.

Be a liaison between the program and community resources and referrals.

Participates in hiring/terminating process, evaluation, and reprimands.

Act in the place of the Program Manager in his/her absence.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Meets at least one of the following requirements for degree/certification:

* Advanced degree (masters-level or doctoral-level) in psychology, social work, counseling, child guidance, nursing, or similar field; or

* BA/BS in psychology, social work, counseling, child guidance, nursing or similar field and substance abuse treatment training and/or experience; or

* Certification as a Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDC) I or Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) I or higher by Alaska Commission for Behavioral Health Certification (ACBHC), or  certification by another certifying body, such as a state certifying affiliate of the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) or other similar recognized organization;  experience judged as meeting certification requirements may be accepted provided the applicant be certified within six months of hire.  For Case Managers, will accept Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) or Counselor Technician (CT) or similar certification.

Prefer two-year minimum experience in the provision of clinical services.

Prefer one year of supervisory experience.

This position is responsible for the overall planning, organizing, and execution of all IT functions for Akeela, Inc. This includes directing all IT operations to meet customer requirements as well as the support and maintenance of existing infrastructure, applications, and development of new technical solutions. This position is a working director’s position.

Core Competencies:

Adheres to Akeela’s Policy and Procedures

Acts as a role model within and outside Akeela

Performs duties as workload necessitates

Maintains a positive and respectful attitude

Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload

Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position

Meets department productivity standards

Follows commitment to drug free workplace policy

Complies with Akeela’s ethical standards per company policy and procedures

Responsibilities

Management

Provides leadership, vision, and management to the IT department.

Works with management and staff to assess and respond to IT needs.

Manages the IT Desktop Support position with day-to-day supervision, delegating work assignments and conducting performance evaluations.

Serves on planning and policy-making committees.

Holds departmental meetings to review strategic goals and initiatives.

Serves as primary contact with outside vendors in the generation of RFPs, bids, contracts, agreements, Systems Operations and Maintenance when related to the IT department and IT equipment.

Generates budget requirements and needs on an annual basis.

Provides IT departmental updates and data for quarterly and annual Board meetings.

Networking

Plans and implements additions, deletions, and major modifications to the current infrastructure.

Oversee administration and maintenance of the company’s networking infrastructure.

Implements network security measures and maintains firewall rules for secure operations.

Oversee administration of the company’s WAN.

Oversee changes to the company website.

Oversea and manages the company Intranet.

Staff Training

Oversees the administration and maintenance of computer stations and software for company training programs and provides additional support as needed.

Provides training to Akeela staff on an as needed basis as requested by management.

Conference Support

Provides audio and visual hardware support at off-site conferences.

Internal Systems

Oversees troubleshooting, system backups, archiving, and disaster recovery and provide expert support when necessary.

Oversees management of a Windows-based Active Directory Domain.

Maintains Internal Systems by applying regular software patches.

Manages IP phone connectivity through external vendors.

Oversee the administration and maintenance of our IT ticketing system.

Asset Management

Build and maintain vendor relationships.

Manages the purchasing of all software, hardware and other IT supplies.

Ensure that company assets are tracked and responsibly maintained.

Initiates and coordinates phone connectivity between facilities.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Experience and Education

BA / BS in Information Technology related field, organization management or business.

Education or certifications in Information Technology may be substituted year for year for the required experience.

15 years experience in Information Technology related field with 5 years in a management role.

Expert knowledge of server and windows-based platforms including applications and Operating Systems.

Expert knowledge of secure network protocols and network administration.

Experience managing a Windows Active Directory domain environment.

Experience managing an IT Budget including Purchasing.

Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on all Akeela, Inc. facilities and vehicles.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To:

Perform general maintenance to include but not limited to, basic carpentry, basic plumbing, basic electrical, painting, flooring repair/replace, counter/cabinet repair and vehicle repair/ maintenance. 

At the direction of the Maintenance Foreman, prioritize and process Maintenance work orders utilizing the MaintainX software, tracking time, assets and materials when needed 

Maintain accountability of agency tools and equipment.

Conduct monthly physical plant inspections at all company locations.

At the direction of the Maintenance Foreman, requisition and purchase supplies for facility repairs.  Turn in all receipts and invoices with the appropriate paperwork in a timely fashion to direct supervisor.

Report any health and safety related issues, or issues of concern to your supervisor.

Maintain confidentiality per Akeela policy.

Keep shop & storage areas clean and organized. 

Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills-Any Equivalent Combination Of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education & Experience:

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience in a social service setting preferred.

Experience and skilled in maintenance and repairs

Able to multitask.

Able to work independently.

Good written and verbal communication

Position Summary

The Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting the Child Development Program staff in providing basic care and supervision in a structured and developmentally appropriate environment. Child Development Assistant’s will model positive supportive interactions with children.

Core Job Responsibilities:

Agency Commitment and Awareness

Creativity

Responsibility

Teamwork

Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Financial Awareness

Essential Job Duties:                                                   

Learning Environment

Under the direction of the Child Development Supervisor, implement daily lesson plans by supervising and working with individual and groups of children. 

Assists in the preparation and clean up of activities, meals, special projects, etc.

Supervise age appropriate activities for children.

Provide a safe learning environment through the use of consistent limits, appropriate positive guidance techniques, and respectful attitudes and actions.

Provide support to parents regarding positive guidance techniques.

Ensure that children are supervised at all times in accordance with Policies and Procedures.

Provide an atmosphere for children to develop positive self-esteem and pride by incorporating culturally sensitive activities and representations in room displays.

Program Support

Maintain all files and information in accordance with Confidentiality Policies and Procedures.

Work cooperatively with volunteers, interns, and others providing agency and client services.

Participate in in-service training and other meetings as assigned.

Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

High school diploma or the equivalency required.

Early Childhood Credential and/or CDA preferred.

One (1) year professional experience in an Early Childhood setting.

Demonstrated knowledge of child development, birth through adolescent.

Demonstrated knowledge of the issues affecting children of parents who abuse alcohol and other drugs.

Demonstrated organization skills and ability to meet time deadlines.

Experience maintaining agency and client confidentiality.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Must be able to climb stairs.  Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds.

Current TB test required, physical and CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.

To deliver timely and appropriate referral services for clients and their family members to agencies for screening, biopsychosocial assessment and admission to substance abuse treatment or co-occurring services as needed. To provide support to clients experiencing substance use, mental health and/or co-occurring substance use mental health disorders with a wide range of activities including advocacy, linkage to resources, sharing experience, community and relationship building, group facilitation, skill building, mentoring and goal setting. The form of support, peer to peer interaction, is based on key principles of shared understanding, respect, and mutual empowerment.

Core Competencies:
The Clinical Associate must be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas:
 Approachability.
 Attention to detail.
 Dealing with change.
 Composure.
 Interpersonal skills.
 Time management/prioritization.

Responsibilities:
 To provide direct service case management for referred clients and their families, addressing goals and objectives as outlined in the treatment plan under the supervision of the Program Manager.
 Documents all client services using Akeela’s designated ‘Electronic Health Record’ (ERH) and maintains accurate and timely client records in accordance with Akeela policy.
 To meet with assigned clients and/or their families as frequently as outlined on the treatment plan.
 To maintain monthly contact with the referring agency and provide required progress reports.
 To participate in treatment team meetings with other involved departments or agencies as needed by the client.
 To identify, network and establish linkages with collateral services needed by the client.
 To maintain confidentiality as required by Akeela policies.
 To engage clients who have lapsed in treatment services.
 To support client movement through continuum of care as indicated by treatment plan and treatment team.
 To assess safety and substance-use concerns, and develop treatment plans, as assigned.
 To meet with clients in their home and provide structured family interventions, as assigned.
 Strong verbal and written communication skills.
 Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:
Meets at least one of the following requirements for degree/certification:
o Certification as a Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDC) I or Behavioral Health or certification or higher by Alaska Commission for Behavioral Health Certification (ACBHC), or certification by another certifying body, such as a state certifying affiliate of the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) or other similar recognized organization; experience judged as meeting certification requirements may be accepted provided the applicant be certified within six months of hire. For Clinical Associates, will accept Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) or Counselor Technician (CT) or similar certification, or similar training or experience.
o BA/BS in psychology, social work, counseling, child guidance, nursing or similar field and substance abuse treatment training and/or experience

Core Competencies:
The Floor Counselor must be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas:
• Approachability.
• Attention to detail.
• Dealing with change.
• Composure.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Time management/prioritization.
• Managing others.

Responsibilities:
 Supervising and training client monitors, including conducting performance reviews of those reporting directly to this position and conducting staff meetings.
 Schedules and supervises client monitors and relief staff.
 Attends treatment team staffing, privileges determination and provide information on client behavior and progress.
 To provide on-going monthly training for department heads and senior clients.
 To provide monthly individual and group supervision to client monitors.
 Assist the Treatment Program Manager by monitoring the client operation of the various facility functions that are a part of the on-going work therapy.
 Assist in the orientation of newly admitted clients to the program.
 Assist in medication management for residential clients.
 Assist in urinalysis testing.
 Assist in managing safety and health functions within the facility.
 Documents all client services using Akeela’s designated ‘Electronic Health Record’ (ERH) and AKAIMS and maintains accurate and timely client records in accordance with Akeela policy.
 To maintain confidentiality as required by Akeela policies.
 Oversees the functioning and training for clients in maintenance, kitchen, client council, procurement, creative energy, and orientation.
 Assist with monitoring client behavior in the milieu.
 Completes other duties as assigned in a timely and professional manner.

Knowledge and Skills:
 Ability to identify and assess a client’s specific addictive behavior pattern, and how it applies to a client’s behavior in the milieu.
 Ability to function and effectively communicate.
 Ability to multi-task.
 Strong verbal and written communication skills.
 Ability to assist and support hostile clients, sexual offenders, and resistant clients towards progress on their treatment plan goals and objectives.

Qualifications and Requirements:
 Meets at least one of the following requirements for degree/certification:
o BA/BS in psychology, social work, counseling, child guidance, nursing or similar field and substance abuse treatment training and/or experience; or
o Certification as a Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDC) I or Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC) I or higher by Alaska Commission for Behavioral Health Certification (ACBHC), or certification by another certifying body, such as a state certifying affiliate of the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) or other similar recognized organization; experience judged as meeting certification requirements may be accepted provided the applicant be certified within six months of hire. For Case Managers, will accept Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) or Counselor Technician (CT) or similar certification.

The Client Monitor provides supervision and rational authority for the facility and clients during evenings, weekends, and holidays.  This position ensures the safety and security of the facility and its clients by conducting regular checks of the grounds.

Core Competencies:

The Client Monitor must be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas:
Approachability.

Attention to detail.

Dealing with change.

Composure.

Interpersonal skills.

Time management/prioritization.

Responsibilities:

Perform facility bed checks and record the results on a nightly run sheet, confirming the client’s presence.

File paperwork assigned by the Counselors and Program Manager in the client chart each shift.

Documents all client services using Akeela’s designated ‘Electronic Health Record’ (ERH) and maintains accurate and timely client records in accordance with Akeela policy.

Perform scheduled med calls and review the accuracy of those events.

Inventory contents of the Medications Cabinet and compile a list of those items that need to be ordered as directed to do so by the Program Manager or Designee and keep medication area organized.   

Conduct timely quality checks of the clients and facility and document any significant actions during assigned shift in the communication log.

Report significant events to the appropriate leadership members per policy.

Check Akeela email and read the facility communication log at the beginning of each shift.

Collect Urinalysis (UA) samples as directed by clinical staff and record results appropriately.

Conduct fire and earthquake drills as directed by program manager or designee, document the results, and submit to the floor counselor.

Provide additional assistance to program manager, floor counselor, and other clinical staff.

To maintain confidentiality as required by Akeela policies.

Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients. 

Ability to work independently.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

High School Diploma or graduate equivalent diploma (G.E.D.).

The Lead Teacher is responsible for the provision of supervised, structured, and developmentally appropriate enrichment activities for children of Stepping Stones clients. The Child Development Assistant II will model positive supportive interactions with children.

Core Competencies:

The Lead Teacher must be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas:

• Communication skills.
• Clinical expertise.
• Dealing with change.
• Approachability.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Time management/prioritization.
• Managing others.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and supervise age-appropriate activities for children.
• Provide a learning environment using consistent limits, appropriate positive guidance techniques, and respectful attitudes and actions.
• Provide support to parents regarding positive guidance techniques.
• Ensure that children are always supervised in accordance with Policies and Procedures.
• Provide an atmosphere for children to develop positive self-esteem and pride by incorporating each family’s culture into activities and representation in room displays.
• Provide on-going parent information through daily care reports, a parent information bulletin board, and other creative means of communication.

• Monitor and maintain records of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of children, including an individualized development plan for each child.
• Record statistical data and prepare reports to meet agency and funding source requirements as assigned.

• Facilitate inter-agency referrals to meet clients’ needs by working cooperatively with other agencies.
• Work cooperatively with volunteers, interns, and others providing agency and client services.
• Participate in in-service training and other meetings as assigned.
• Documents all client services using Akeela’s designated ‘Electronic Health Record’ (ERH) and maintains accurate and timely client records in accordance with Akeela policy.
• To maintain confidentiality as required by Akeela policies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Early Childhood Credential and/or CDA preferred.
• Three (3) years professional experience with early childhood development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development, birth through adolescence.
• Demonstrated knowledge of issues affecting children of parents who abuse alcohol and other drugs.