In partnership with the community, Anchorage Project Access provides health care to those most in need.
Please see below for current opportunities to join our team:
Counseling Program Manager
About:
Anchorage Project Access (APA) is a non-profit organization serving Alaskans in need for over 19 years. APA is the only health care safety net program of its kind in Alaska; coordinating donated specialty care for uninsured Alaskans with limited financial resources. APA provides access to health care by recruiting and maintaining a network of dedicated and compassionate volunteer providers who donate their services through our medical, dental, and mental health counseling programs. We are seeking an empathetic and driven Counseling Program Manager to join our team.
Summary:
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Counseling Program Manager provides effective management of all counseling operations to achieve the organization’s mission to increase access to health care for low-income, uninsured members of our community. This individual must demonstrate empathy and use clinical skills to assess, enroll, and coordinate donated care for clients while monitoring and evaluating the program. The Counseling Program Manager will be responsible for recruiting and enrolling donating counselors into the program, while facilitating an advisory committee made up of community leaders in the field. The ability to foster strong communications and relationships with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, mental health professionals, and other health care partners are required.
Objectives:
• Develop and manage the mental health counseling program • Review and update policies and procedures for the mental health counseling program annually • Recruit, manage, and retain adequate network of volunteer licensed mental health therapists • Create outreach materials and conduct outreach activities • Conduct mental health screenings with individuals seeking counseling • Schedule client appointments, coordinate and track donated mental health counseling services • Conduct services in a compassionate and culturally appropriate manner, utilizing interpreter services when needed • Accurately document clinical interactions in APA’s TrackVia workflow system • Continually assess program efficacy making professional recommendations for program improvements, including systematic workflow and program direction. • Report outcomes as requested.
Requirements:
• Master’s degree in social work, counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, or equivalent • 1 – 3 years program management experience preferred • Current Counseling Licensure as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or similar preferred • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to work effectively and efficiently both independently and as part of a team • Well-developed organization skills and ability to multitask • Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines • Meticulous attention to details • Professional discretion • Good work ethic, attendance & punctuality • Excellent interpersonal skills • Problem solving and decision making • Attend functions/events related to this position and the organization • Must be able to pass a criminal background check • Must be able to relocate for position
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k) • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Paid time off
Please send your resume, cover letter, and (3) references via email to:
Job Openings
In partnership with the community, Anchorage Project Access provides health care to those most in need.
Please see below for current opportunities to join our team:
Counseling Program Manager
About:
Anchorage Project Access (APA) is a non-profit organization serving Alaskans in need for over 19 years. APA is the only health care safety net program of its kind in Alaska; coordinating donated specialty care for uninsured Alaskans with limited financial resources. APA provides access to health care by recruiting and maintaining a network of dedicated and compassionate volunteer providers who donate their services through our medical, dental, and mental health counseling programs. We are seeking an empathetic and driven Counseling Program Manager to join our team.
Summary:
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Counseling Program Manager provides effective management of all counseling operations to achieve the organization’s mission to increase access to health care for low-income, uninsured members of our community. This individual must demonstrate empathy and use clinical skills to assess, enroll, and coordinate donated care for clients while monitoring and evaluating the program. The Counseling Program Manager will be responsible for recruiting and enrolling donating counselors into the program, while facilitating an advisory committee made up of community leaders in the field. The ability to foster strong communications and relationships with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, mental health professionals, and other health care partners are required.
Objectives:
• Develop and manage the mental health counseling program
• Review and update policies and procedures for the mental health counseling program annually
• Recruit, manage, and retain adequate network of volunteer licensed mental health therapists
• Create outreach materials and conduct outreach activities
• Conduct mental health screenings with individuals seeking counseling
• Schedule client appointments, coordinate and track donated mental health counseling services
• Conduct services in a compassionate and culturally appropriate manner, utilizing interpreter services when needed
• Accurately document clinical interactions in APA’s TrackVia workflow system
• Continually assess program efficacy making professional recommendations for program improvements, including systematic workflow and program direction.
• Report outcomes as requested.
Requirements:
• Master’s degree in social work, counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, or equivalent
• 1 – 3 years program management experience preferred
• Current Counseling Licensure as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or similar preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently both independently and as part of a team
• Well-developed organization skills and ability to multitask
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to details
• Professional discretion
• Good work ethic, attendance & punctuality
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving and decision making
• Attend functions/events related to this position and the organization
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must be able to relocate for position
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Please send your resume, cover letter, and (3) references via email to:
Kate Love
Operations Manager
klove@anchorageprojectaccess.org