Peer Support Specialist & Patient Navigator - Fairbanks
ANCHORAGE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN
Summary
The journey to mental health recovery and wellness has many twists and turns, challenges and opportunities. It can be intimidating and overwhelming. Some who need care never seek it. Some quit before they get started. At Alaska Behavioral Health we are ready to change that. We want every person who needs and wants help to get the care they need. Our Peer Support Specialists/Patient Navigators are key team members who make that possible. Unlike traditional mental health providers, they do not sit behind desks or in offices and wait for client to be sent to them, they meet clients at our front doors, welcome them into care and get them access to the services they need. Unlike traditional receptionists, they are also certified health care providers, who also provide direct care and are a critical member of our integrated health care team, walking with the client throughout the treatment process.
Job description
What You'll Do
Peer Support
- Provide support to address the needs of individuals who may require frequent additional support in recovery and wellness services.
- Contribute to assessment & service planning, individual & group skill building, crisis management, and rehab services.
- Works as a member of a highly collaborative team to help clients navigate and obtain services.
Patient Navigator
- Support individuals seeking out service in navigating access to services with AKBH.
- Model and mentor treatment process and demonstrate coping skills, self-help strategies, problem-solving skills, behavioral support skills, and navigation of resources and service providers.
- Identify recovery persons' abilities, strengths, and assess and assist them to recognize and use them. Assist caregivers in learning advocacy skills.
Requirements
- Personal life experience in recovery from mental illness, or substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders required; or personal life experience in caring for a child with mental illness or traumatic experiences. Must be comfortable sharing personal life experiences.
- One to two years of volunteer experience in the mental health, substance abuse, or childcare fields.
- Willing to become Peer Certified as part of initial onboarding.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Paid time off
Company overview
Anchorage Community Mental Health Services is a comprehensive behavioral health organization serving the Anchorage, Alaska community. As a community-based mental health provider, the organization offers a wide range of services including outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse treatment, and psychiatric care for individuals and families. The organization focuses on providing accessible mental health services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with particular attention to underserved communities in the Anchorage area. Their services typically include individual and group therapy, medication management, case management, and community outreach programs. Anchorage Community Mental Health Services plays a vital role in Alaska's behavioral health infrastructure, addressing the unique mental health needs of the region's population through evidence-based practices and culturally competent care. The organization collaborates with local healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to create a comprehensive support network for individuals experiencing mental health challenges.