Behavioral Health Aide Trainee - Mentasta

Position Description

Behavioral Health Aide Trainee - Mentasta Copper River Native Association This position is based in Mentasta and provides community‑support and clinically supervised behavioral health services to residents of the village. The defined scope of practice provides services to village residents, including, but not limited to, prevention, early intervention, case management, aftercare and follow-up for individuals and families impacted by a variety of behavioral health and addiction services and other issues in the communities of the Copper River Region. This role will include a developing scope of community‑based services for Elders and youth. These elements will be implemented thoughtfully over time. Specific activities will be determined through ongoing assessment of community needs and available resources. This position is closely supervised by the Clinical Director to ensure services are being provided in a consistent and appropriate method. This is strictly a trainee position. Coordinate and/or support all prevention, education, outreach activities in the villages, as well as community and CRNA events. Various events and outreach will be after regular business hours. Deliver case management services and provide referral and resources, when appropriate. Coordinate inpatient detox and rehabilitation services with outside facilities.