Program Manager Jobs in Anderson, AK (NOW HIRING)

MISSION STATEMENT:

We say yes to people seeking help for addiction and mental health. We create pathways to recovery and purpose. We provide the right service at the right time, delivered by people with lived experience. We transform behavioral health systems through innovation, creativity and collaboration.

Job Description:

We have an opening for a Residential Peer to join our growing team at our residential substance abuse treatment center. You will be tasked with helping clients with personal hygiene, minor medical needs, housekeeping, and other daily needs as required by the client. To excel in this role, you should have an interest in behavioral health and the ability to work with limited supervision keeping the clients needs as your top priority. You will need to be able to share lived experience with clients as well as role model a healthy lifestyle.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting residents with daily personal routines.
• Providing companionship to residents and establishing a trusting relationship with them.
• Ensuring that residents are taking their prescribed medication as prescribed.
• Reporting any concerns or medical issues.
• Ensuring that the residents' living quarters are safe and well-organized.
• Keeping records of resident activity, behavior, and moods.
• Leading group activities and outings.
• Performing any reasonable requests that residents ask for.
• Collaborating with management and coworkers to ensure residents receive the best quality of treatment possible.
  Models and teaches clients vital life skills that will aid in their success.
• Monitor clients ability to comply with house rules and report inconsistency to program manager or direct supervisor.
• Will ensure the safety of the facility by completing wellness checks and patrolling the propriety.
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must obtain CPR/basic first aid training within 30 days of hire.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Lived experience in addiction recovery with a minimum of 6 months continuous sobriety prior to hire.
• Active in personal recovery by participating in practices that support self-care, health and overall well- being.
• Valid Alaska drivers license.
• Qualify for commercial automobile insurance.
• First aid and CPR training preferable.
• Friendly, Positive, and Professional attitude.
• Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills.
• Must be able to pass alcohol and drug screen.
• Combination of education, experience, and licensure accepted.
• Punctuality and consistent reliability in reporting to work.
• Efficient time management skills and consistent reliability in reporting to work on time and prepared.
  

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Basic understanding of substance abuse level of care as defined by ASAM.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule work.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Correct usage of grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Ability to work independently and seek supervision appropriately.

COMPETENCIES:

• Build positive relationships
• Engages peers in collaborative and caring relationships.
• Provides support.
• Shares lived experiences of recovery.
• Supports recovery planning.
• Provides information about skills related to health, wellness and recovery.
• Helps peers to manage crisis.
• Values communication.
• Supports collaboration and teamwork.
• Promotes leadership and advocacy.
• Promotes growth and development.

FULL TIME BENEFITS:

• ICHRA Coverage for Employee Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement (Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement)
• 401K Plan - 100% Match Up To 5%
• Life & ADD Insurance Policy 100% covered by employer
• Vision and Dental Policy 90% covered by employer
• 10 Paid Holidays a Year
• Paid Time Off Accrual
  
• Paid Training and Credentialing
• Short term and long-term disability
  
• Monthly cash stipend
• Supplemental benefits including: critical illness insurance, accident insurance and hospital indemnity
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role is primarily performed in an office building with standard office environment and controlled temperatures. When working outdoors or at a job site the employee may be exposed to construction equipment or other moving objects/equipment; reference job site specifics. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk/hear, see, read, and personally interact with others.

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