[Hiring] Behavioral Health Specialist @Akima, LLC

Role Description

Assesses psychological health using current American Psychological Association Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, develops treatment plans, and modifies plans over time in response to patient progress. Documents assessments and treatments. Consults with health and psychology professionals, helps develop and put treatment plans in place.

Behavioral Health Specialist will serve as a member of the Behavioral Health team in support of the Texas Military Department. Responsibilities include:

• Providing service members comprehensive clinical screening, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, resource referral and connection, crisis intervention, risk/safety assessment, critical incident counseling, behavioral health profile initiation and tracking, behavioral health psychoeducation, SRP/JRSOI support, Command guidance and recommendation.
• Engaging in routine contact with Service Members, their leadership, and treatment providers to ensure all behavioral health needs are met through careful and collaborative assessment.
• Maintaining detailed records regarding clients’ treatment plans and progress using a provided electronic health record.
• Completing a thorough intake evaluation of each client’s mental and physical state and their needs upon presenting for treatment.
• Consulting with the client’s military leadership during intake and while developing a treatment plan when necessary.
• Providing ongoing clinical case management, outreach, and regularly making fitness for duty decisions in consultation with a team of licensed providers.
• Performing in a remote setting with an anticipated 25% travel requirement within the State of Texas.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in social work.
• Active Texas LCSW Certification.
• Experience and direct contact with patients.
• Strong working knowledge of human behavioral theory and application of theory to practice.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High level of professionalism.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Capable of simultaneously working in multiple computer applications (Microsoft Office, TEAMS, electronic health records, and others).
• Ability to work under pressure and in mental health crisis situations.
• Rounded understanding of behavioral health conditions and treatments.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result and obtain/maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
• U.S. citizen with a valid driver license.
• Experience working with military personnel and/or in a military setting.
• Familiarity with National Guard Bureau behavioral health policy and regulation.
• Independent remote work environment.
• Interdisciplinary experience working with leaders in large organizations.
• Comfort presenting on topics of behavioral and mental health to large groups.
• Knowledge of military and military family life culture.
• Use of evidence-based screening tools (PHQ-9, GAD-7, PCL-5, CSSRS, DAST-10, AUDIT-C).

Benefits

• Salary: GS-12, Step 1 (Austin, TX locality pay rate).

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is not just another operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

• AGL provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
• AGL delivers comprehensive supply, transportation, and maintenance services designed to optimize and maintain operations for our government customers.
• As an AGL employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity.
• You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.