Employment

At Alta Care Group (Alta Behavioral Healthcare and Alta Head Start) we are committed to hiring staff who are interested in having a positive impact on those that we serve. We are interested in staff who have a passion for children, a commitment to excellence, and a desire to help us achieve our mission of helping children and healing families. If this is you, we welcome you to consider joining us as part of our family.

Below are just some of the benefits that we offer:

Flexible schedule available
Full Hospitalization with two plan options (low employee contribution; dental and flexible spending account available)
Life Insurance
Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
Personal Days
11 Paid Holidays
Paid time off for continuing education
Annual allotment for continuing education
401k Retirement Plan with 5% Employer contribution (employee contribution optional via payroll deduction)
Travel reimbursement
And more…

Job Openings:

After School Prevention Specialist

After School Prevention Specialist: Our after-school prevention services are expanding, and we are seeking Part time Prevention Specialists to join our team and deliver Prevention Services in the Alta Care Group After School Collaborative Program. Successful candidate will provide services predominately within the schools. Prevention Specialists will be expected to make available at least seven to fourteen (7-14) hours per week with a minimum of 2 afternoons from 2:30 to approximately 5:30 or 6:00 for the purpose of providing Prevention services at such hours consistent with program, planning, and supervision requirements.

Optionally be available an additional (3) hours per week on Saturdays from 10:00-1:00 at an Alta facility or a school building for the Alta After School Program.

Compensation: $30.00 per hour as the Prevention Staff/Aide on a fee for service contract.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

To provide various programmatic and general administrative services which shall include:

As the Prevention Staff/Aide:

Facilitating and/or supporting the Positive Action Curriculum with Fidelity.
Utilization and supporting other evidenced based interventions as deemed necessary for the program.
To assist the assigned teacher in supporting academic interventions related to all students in the after-school programming.
To provide monitoring supervision and to apply behavioral management strategies in support of the Alta After School program.
Program Evaluation and Data Collection, as necessary.
Other necessary forms and records maintenance as required by Alta in its day-to-day operation procedures related to the Alta After School Program.
Participation with and assistance to the staff and administration of Alta in activities that may be requested in planning, funding, managing, and evaluating Alta programs when requested.
Delivery of services to clients of the Center according to Alta Behavioral Health Care practices and guidelines.
To make available time during the week, as is mutually convenient to Alta and Prevention Staff, as may be needed for coordination, planning, and/or supervisory meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PREVENTION STAFF/AIDE

High School Diploma (or equivalent).
Must be able to pass BCI/FBI background check.

Please submit resume and letter of interest to: Clinical Director, Alta Care Group, Inc., 711 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, Ohio 44502 or email jamiem@altacaregroup.org, EOE

Job Type: Part-time

Fiscal Clerk/Receptionist

The Fiscal Clerk/Receptionist provides support to the Finance /Billing Department Staff and Chief Financial Officer in fulfilling their responsibilities. This includes organizing documentation, data entry, filing, and other light administrative support activities that assist the Chief Financial Officer. This position is based at the front desk of one of the Behavioral Health offices and serves as a receptionist, while conducting their fiscal clerk responsibilities. This involves greeting clients and visitors, answering calls, scheduling appointments and related front desk activities. The position requires becoming familiar with Alta’s Electronic Health Record and to a limited extent, Alta’s accounting software.

Hours:
Monday – Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
or
Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Fiscal Clerk Responsibilities:
Support fiscal department operations and staff, including organizing documentation, data collection, data entry, filing, and other light administrative support activities that assist the Chief Financial Officer.
Assist in organizing, copying, and preparation of financial reports as requested by the CFO.
Assist with the preparation and publication of departmental and organization financial documents.
As requested, assist in daily logging of receipts received by Alta.
Any purchasing activities as instructed by CFO/CEO.
Assist in the preparation of necessary and requested materials for review by the Alta’s contracted Independent Auditor, as well as any Government or Third-Party Payer auditors.
Assist the CFO and CEO, as requested, in review of the annual independent Audit Report and response to any findings or recommendations.
Assist other service department directors/supervisors with any fiscal related needs.

Receptionist Responsibilities:

Responsible for initial (courteous) contact with potential clients, recording needed information correctly.
Knowledge of phone system and ability to answer phone, transfer calls to other staff and take messages.
Responsible for scheduling clinical appointments, processing medical documentation, and taking payments.
Perform filing duties and file maintenance. Scan and access electronic charts.

Attend staff meetings and other intra-agency meetings as required.
Attend/Receive trainings as requested.
When necessary, periodically interact with children in waiting areas so as to comfort or answer inquires during parent session and/or while waiting for transportation from Alta facilities.
Compose correspondence independently, as instructed by the CFO and CEO.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

WORK RELATIONS/CHARACTERISTICS
1 Reliable in attendance and work ethic
2 Maintain considerate interaction with colleagues and subordinates which respect the rights of others and fosters their confidence and cooperation.
3 Efficient in use of time.
4 Prompt completeness of assigned tasks.
5 Thoroughness in task completion.
6 Initiative in carrying out of job responsibilities.
7 Analytic and organized approach to problem solving.
8 Loyalty to organization’s interests.
9 Sense of ethics.
10 Maintain flexibility in adjusting to organization and external policy changes.
11 Maintain positive work attitude.
12 Sensitivity to cultural and economic characteristics of a diverse service population.
13. Maintain confidentiality of all business related to the office of the CFO.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience in general secretarial duties, to include typing, filing, and operation of basic office equipment.
Solid communication skills, both written and verbal.
Superior attention to detail.
Critical thinking skills; problem-solving skills; computer skills; multi-tasking abilities.
Integrity, honesty.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with emphasis in Excel.

Preferred:
Associates Degree in Business and Accounting, or equivalent experience.
Superior mathematical skills.
Experienced with Excel spread sheet capabilities.
Experience in non-profit medical or social service environment.

Part Time Secretary

Alta Care Group, Inc., is searching for a Part Time Front Office Administrative Assistant. The desired candidate will oversee all activities relating to the front desk and reception area.
This position will be working Monday 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Tuesday 12:00 p.m. – 8:00p.m., Wednesday 12:00p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Maximum of 29 hours per week. Some additional hours may be required upon request, and the candidate must be willing to work at any one of our 5 locations. Boardman, Youngstown, Howland, Austintown, Mineral Ridge.

Responsibilities and Duties:
Clerical and secretarial support services to line and supervisory staff; client, office and phone receptionist duties; other general office duties including typing, filing, appointment scheduling, file maintenance, and use of electronic health record.
1. General Secretarial Duties
A. Typing materials and preparation of mailing correspondence.
B. Perform filing duties and file maintenance. Scan and access electronic charts.
C. Knowledge of phone system and ability to answer phone, transfer calls to other staff and take messages.
D. Responsible for initial (courteous) contact with potential clients, recording needed information correctly.
E. Attend staff meetings and other intra-agency meetings as required.
F. Responsible for scheduling clinical and medical appointments, processing medical documentation and completing prescriptions per medical request and by telephone.
2. Other Duties
A. When necessary, periodically interact with children in waiting areas so as to comfort or answer inquires during parent session and/or while waiting for transportation from Alta facilities.
B. Business opening and closing responsibilities for Alta’s central and satellite facilities according to current procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Experience in general secretarial duties, to include typing, filing, and operation of basic office equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Experience with computer based word processing programs.
2. Experience as a phone receptionist, responsible for in/out going calls and client service scheduling.
3. Experience in non-profit medical or social service agency.

Please submit resume and letter of interest, to Office Manager, Alta Behavioral Healthcare, 711 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, Ohio 44502 or email. EOE

Job Types: Part-time

Independently Licensed Clinician

Alta Care Group is searching for a Child Family Therapist. Due to our continued expansion we are seeking a Full or Part-Time Independently licensed Counselor to join our team and deliver mental health and counseling services to children, adolescents, and families. Successful candidate will provide counseling services within our offices, the community, schools, or homes, as necessary.

Minimum qualifications must include a Master’s Degree in a behavioral health discipline and licensure with the state of Ohio as Professional Counselor or Social Worker. Some evening work required.

Resume can be sent, emailed or submitted in person to: Jamie Miller, Clinical Director, Alta Care Group, 711 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio 44502; or by email to jamiem@altacaregroup.org. “EEO”

Home & Community Based Therapist (Functional Family Therapist)

We are seeking a clinician to provide Functional Family Therapy to children, adolescents, and their families. The successful candidate will, as part of a team, provide counseling services to a small caseload of families in their natural living environments, school, or other necessary locations in the community. The goal is to reduce risk of placement in restrictive care settings and to prepare families for youth stepping down from restrictive care settings. The candidate will work closely with other community stakeholders, including Child Protective Services and Juvenile Court. On call crisis availability is a requirement. Starting salary is very competitive ($40,000 – $60,000 based on credentials and experience).

Minimum qualifications must include licensure with the state of Ohio as Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist or Social Worker. Preference with be given to candidates with a Master’s Degree in a behavioral health discipline with Ohio licensure.

Flexibility in adjusting work schedule, days and hours as necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position. Some evening work will be required.

We offer excellent Health care coverage with little cost to you.

We offer a 401k plan that we make contributions to the plan.

We offer generous paid leave time.

We have an EAP program for Staff and their families.

We have a Life Insurance policy that is completely agency sponsored.

We offer, optional Short Term/Long Term Disability plans.

We are focused on staff engagement opportunities throughout the year. (Staff luncheons, Holiday parties, staff recognition, Diversity Counsel)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Masters Degree in counseling, social work or other related field and licensure with the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board as a L.P.C., L.P.C.C., L.S.W., L.I.S.W., LMFT, LIMFT.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience as a child/adolescent Therapist.

If you would like to become part of our outstanding team.

Please submit resume and letter of interest, to Clinical Director, Alta Behavioral Healthcare, 711 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, Ohio 44502 or email. EOE

Job Types: Full-time

School Based Counselor

School Based Child/ Family Therapist: Our school based mental health services are expanding and we are seeking Full Time (LPC, LSW, LPCC or LISW), Counselor to join our team and deliver mental health and counseling services to children, adolescents, and families. Successful candidate will provide counseling services predominately within a high school, and the office/community as necessary or clinically indicated. Minimum qualifications must include a Master’s Degree in a behavioral health discipline and licensure with the state of Ohio.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Delivery of clinical services to clients of the Center according to Alta Behavioral Health Care practices and guidelines.

Specific Responsibilities

Clinical Interventions
Provide individual counseling services for youth when clinically Interventions indicated.
Perform family counseling services when clinically indicated.
Conduct group counseling services when clinically indicated.
Perform parent counseling and/or education when clinically indicated.
Provide all therapeutic interventions in the setting that is most clinically indicated, to include school, office, home, or other community setting.
To provide as needed, Diagnostic Assessments of youth prior to the development of appropriate treatment/service plans, and as appropriate thereafter.
To conduct as needed and as directed by the client’s service plan, activities of an experiential/therapeutic nature, which focus on improving interpersonal functioning and self-esteem with, targeted youth.
To provide individual and/or family crisis interventions, which periodically may involve intensive, non-time limited intervention, when indicated.
To provide crisis intervention services, to include verbal mediation interventions, to protect the client and/or other’s wellbeing.
Initiate and provide Community Support (case management) services including assessment, linkage, advocacy, and referral as client needs become apparent and as developed in the ISP.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Masters Degree in counseling, social work or other related field and licensure with the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Worker Board as a L.P.C., L.P.C.C., L.S.W. or L.I.S.W., and registered (or eligible to register) as a Counselor or Social Work Trainee.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience as a child/adolescent Therapist.

Full Time Staff Benefits: We offer excellent Health care coverage with little cost to you.

We offer a 401k plan that we make annual contributions to the plan.
We offer generous paid leave time. (Vacation, Sick, Conference, Personal, Holidays)
We have an EAP program for Staff and their families.
We have a Life Insurance policy that is completely agency sponsored.
We offer, optional Short Term/Long Term Disability plans.
We are focused on staff engagement opportunities throughout the year. (Staff luncheons, Holiday parties, staff recognition, Diversity Council)
We offer a flexible schedule with most staff working 4 day work weeks.
CEU funds given annually
Monthly – In house CEU trainings

Please submit resume and letter of interest to: Clinical Director, Alta Care Group, Inc., 711 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, Ohio 44502 or email, EOE

Child/Adolescent Therapist

Full or Part-Time Counselor to join our team and deliver behavioral health and counseling services to children, adolescents, and families. Office-based, school-based, and community-based options available. Licensure with the state of Ohio as Professional Counselor or Social Worker required.

Resume can be sent, emailed or submitted in person to: Jamie Miller, Clinical Director, Alta Care Group, 711 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio 44502; or by email to jamiem@altacaregroup.org. “EEO”

Van Driver and Behavioral Assistant

Alta Care Group is seeking a part-time Van Driver and Behavioral Assistant. This person will be responsible for the safe transportation of Alta service recipients to and/or from Alta Programs and Services in Alta owned vehicles. The Van Driver and Behavioral Assistant is under the direct supervision of our Mental Health Day Treatment Coordinator. This individual ensures the safe and timely transport of consumers while providing a comfortable services from origin of the trip until reaching their final destination. Additionally, the Van Driver and Behavioral Assistant may provide support to mental health day treatment programming during scheduled work hours when not transporting clients.

Candidate must be at least 23 years old and can drive a 15-passenger van. This individual must have the ability and willingness to work primarily afternoon and evening hours on weekdays, and occasional daytime hours on Saturdays. Work schedule fluctuates depending on the needs of clients and the schedule of services provided.

Please submit resume and letter of interest to Vince Paolucci, Alta Care Group, Inc., 711 Belmont Ave. Youngstown, OH 44502 or by email to vincep@altacaregroup.org “EEO”

Case Manager

Alta Care Group is seeking a case manager to work with children who exhibit behavioral health symptoms in the home, school, and community. The qualified candidate will be able to work collaboratively with youth, their families, and community stakeholders (School, Juvenile Court, Primary care doctor) to identify supports and develop plans that will assist youth with becoming more successful in their homes, school, and the community. A Bachelor’s Degree and/or prior experience in early childhood setting or behavior management preferred. Must have reliable transportation. Competitive salary and benefit package provided.

Resume can be sent, emailed, or submitted in person to: Meg Harris, Alta Care Group, 711 Belmont Avenue, Ohio 44502; or e-mail megh@altacaregroup.org. “EEO”

Mobile Response Stabilization Service (MRSS) Worker

We are seeking a Full Time Therapist to join our team and deliver Mobile Response and Stabilization services to adolescents, children and young adults and their families. The MRSS Therapist will be accountable for providing day-to-day mobile crisis intervention, follow up and support within our offices, the community, and schools.

MRSS is a structured community based, in-person, intervention and support service for youth and families, provided by a mobile response and stabilization service team. It is a prevention-focused emergency program that serves as a gateway to other services across the system of care. MRSS is designed to promptly address situations in which young people are experiencing emotional symptoms, behaviors, or traumatic circumstances that compromise or impact their ability to function within their family, living situation, school, or community. The youth and family guide MRSS interventions, with the strengths and needs of the young person and family determining the types and mix of services and supports provided.

The MRSS Therapist is responsible for providing emergency mobile response and stabilization to families with youth and young adults up to age 21 who are experiencing difficulties or distress. The MRSS Therapist will provide intervention within the MRSS guidelines, based on acuity. This service also provides in-home stabilization services and linkage to on-going supports. The youth and family guide MRSS interventions, with the strengths and needs of the young person and family determining the types and mix of services and supports provided. The MRSS therapist will work as part of a team and develops an MRSS plan to be implemented by the team which includes a Peer Support Staff person or Qualified Mental Health Specialist.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree.
Two (2) years’ experience in children and family services.
Licensure from the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Specific experience in clinical activities with a focus on child and family therapy, diagnosis of psychopathology, treatment of severe behavior disorders, treatment of abuse and neglect related disorders, treatment of children at risk for hospitalization and out of home placement most preferred.
Crisis intervention and response experience.
Case Management experience.

If you would like to become part of our outstanding team. Please submit resume and letter of interest, to Clinical Director, Alta Behavioral Healthcare, 711 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, Ohio 44502 or email jamiem@altacaregroup.org. EOE