*** Voted Best Place to Work in Alaska 2022 & 2023 ***

*** Generous Benefits ***

Job summary:

Set Free Alaska is looking for a Program Coordinator to join our award-winning team. You are the perfect candidate if you are someone that is passionate about helping others and looking for more than just a job. You joined the recovery and behavioral health field to help others. At Set Free we value that and set up our caseloads to ensure you have the time to provide excellent service while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Coordinators are on the front lines of the fight, championing others as they find hope and healing. We appreciate the work you do and strive to care for our teams in a way that gives evidence to that. Set Free was voted the Best Place to Work in Alaska for all employers under 250 employees. Apply now to add your skills, knowledge, and passion to our team of life-changers! The Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating with community agencies and providing a safe environment for clients. CS Coordinator will help identify and access needed resources and/or other recovery supports for clients. CS Coordinator will provide operational oversight of the CS program.

Benefits:

• Insurance
  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life
  • Short Term Disability
• 401K with 3% match
• Paid Time Off 
• Continuing Education Stipend

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field, or two (2) years’ experience in managing operations within the Behavioral Health field
• Ability to:
  • Pass a drug screening and State of Alaska background check
  • Qualify for SFA’s commercial automobile insurance
  • Provide proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage
• A current valid driver’s license
• A safe, reliable vehicle

Preferred:

• Six (6) months of experience working in a residential treatment setting
• Current Chemical Dependency Counselor I or equivalent and working towards acquiring a Chemical Dependency Counselor II (CDC II, NCAC 1 or QAP equivalent certification) within two (2) years from hire

Skills required:

• Good written, verbal and organizational skills
• Punctuality and consistency in reporting to work, and in delivery of direct services
• Understanding of being trauma informed and awareness of cultural differences
• The ability to:
  • Lead a team of professional staff
  • Represent the mission and values of Set Free Alaska to the staff and community
  • Make leadership decisions within the scope of responsibilities as set forth in Set Free Alaska’s policies and procedures
  • Build rapport with clients and staff while maintaining professional boundaries
  • Maintain confidentiality and treat everyone with dignity and respect
  • Manage situations that can cause distress and work to ensure the safety and well-being of themselves and other staff
• Proficient computer skills and fluid use of electronic communication tools

Job responsibilities:

• Provide Crisis and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) assessments
• Coordinate:
  • Intakes and discharges
  • Scheduling of staff to ensure all shifts are filled as required
  • Procurement and grant reporting
• Hire, evaluate and supervise staff including, but not limited to: staff scheduling, performance monitoring, assistance in developing growth goals, training…
• Oversight of the day-to-day programming of the Crisis Stabilization program including:
  • Supporting clients by assisting and supervising wake-up, bedtime, personal care routines, completion of chores and laundry, meals, recreational activities
  • Observing and reporting of any facility needs or concerns to the appropriate Manager or Director
• CS Coordinator will provide emotional and social support to peers and model healthy supportive relationships that encourage sobriety and living a life in recovery
• Work with peers to connect clients to resources in the community