Job Opportunities
Registered Nurse
QUALIFICATIONS
Shall be a registered nurse licensed to practice in the State of Arizona and have three years paid experience in emergency room care, critical care, behavioral health care, or school nursing. Bachelor’s of science in nursing preferred. Some administrative experience is preferred. Must be in good physical condition and able to hike 1-3 miles in wilderness terrain in varying weather conditions on a weekly basis. Participation in two weeks of training - including five days in-office training and a minimum of seven days field training - is expected.
RESPONSIBILITIES
I. Client Care
Review health history of potential clients and parents and approve for admission
Perform detailed client nursing assessments on day of admission
Schedule physicals and tetanus shots for incoming clients when applicable
Perform brief weekly nursing assessment for each client in a wilderness setting
Treat any medical needs of clients when in field
Prepare any medications and MARs weekly
24/7 on-call two weeks per month
Implement health education for staff and clients in field - topics including hygiene, hydration, nutrition, sexuality, drug and alcohol abuse, and client and environmental health
Communicate with families as needed
II. Training
Review and approve health history of potential direct-care staff
Develop and implement direct-care staff training in bloodborne safety, med kits and first aid kits, SOAP note documentation, medication administration competency, and wilderness safety issues
Develop and implement direct-care staff (TrailWalker) medical training program
Develop and implement bi-annual mock evacuation drills and subsequent evaluation
Administer or outsource TB skin test for employees
Administer or outsource tetanus immunization for new employees
Administer new-employee urine drug screen
III. Administration
Supervise part-time RN or LPN (if applicable)
Evaluate first aid and med kits and make recommendations
Resupply med kits and first aid kits weekly or as needed
Inventory and order medical supplies
Monitor and record medication storage
Communicate with doctors’ offices and pharmacies as needed
Perform chart review to ensure Joint Commission and AZDHS compliance
Work with field and clinical teams to expedite medical evacuation when needed
Instigate public relations with doctors’ offices, hospitals, urgent-care centers
Track infection and medication errors
Develop and implement infection-control program and med error reduction strategies
Produce quarterly report of medication errors and infections
Review, update and develop medical policies and procedures as needed
Review updated requirements from Joint Commission and AZDHS and adjust ANASAZI policies and procedures accordingly
Submit annual budget for approval
Oversee employee workers compensation claims
Review food pack with registered dietician if/when changes are made
BENEFITS
This position includes 95% paid health benefits, 401K, vacation time, and sick time. A company cell phone with limited minutes will also be provided.
Click here for application instructions
TrailWalkers
2010 Training Dates
April 22-27 May 6-11 July 29-Aug 3 September 9-14 November 4-9 (dates subject to change)
If you have interest in the fields of youth leadership development,
recreation management, psychology, social work, corrections, juvenile justice,
family sciences, or education, we invite you to apply.
RECEIVE TRAINING IN
- The ANASAZI Way ™
- The Choice™(The Arbinger Institute, www.arbinger.com)
- The Choice in Intervention ™
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention
- Clinical Documentation
- Outdoor Survival Skills (as written by Larry D. Olsen)
- Maps, Radio, GPS, and Orienteering
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
ANASAZI is now accepting applications for potential TrailWalkers.
TrailWalkers work with youth 12-17 and young adults 18-25 who are
struggling with substance abuse and emotional and behavioral concerns. Applications should be submitted
at least 2 months prior to the desired training date.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must be 21 years of age or older.
High School and/or College Diploma/Transcripts and/or Certificate of Degree and three (3) letters of recommendation must accompany
application. Applicants must pass a drug screen and fingerprint clearance check. Previous volunteer work or work with adolescents is preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a TrailWalker your primary responsibility is to live an exemplary life, teach healthy lifeskills,
and maintain a safe and caring environment. The TrailWalker work schedule is divided in to multiple
"rotations" consisting of eight days in the field (remote back-country areas) followed by
six days off. New hires must commit to complete eight consecutive rotations. (A commitment of six
rotations is acceptable for those starting work in May.)
PAY
Family Therapist - "Shadow"
DESCRIPTION
The family therapist, or Shadow, serves as the primary case management and therapy provider for
clients and families while at ANASAZI. The Shadow serves as a liaison with referring professionals
as well as other professionals working with clients before and after ANASAZI.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), or
Counseling Psychology. Doctoral graduates seeking postdoctoral supervision as well as ABD are also invited
to apply. Must be in good to moderate physical condition as 1-2 miles of hiking weekly is required.
Employees are required to abide by organization standards of living ( click here for a description)
Desired Qualifications: Well developed clinical skills in treatment with youth and families,
current clinical license in the state of AZ, strong interpersonal skills and team focus.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct care
1. Therapy
- Intake assessment and consultation with families on admission to the program.
- Weekly individual therapy conducted in the field with program participants
- Weekly family therapy (either in person or via phone)
- Consultation with referring professionals, third party payers, and other treatment professionals as needed
- Group processing as needed
2. Documentation
- Initial psychosocial assessment report
- Treatment plan
- Individual, family and consultation session notes
- Discharge summary
3. Supervision
- Participate in weekly individual supervision for clinical cases
- Participate in weekly clinical staffing
4. Training
- Present clinical training to ANASAZI staff as assigned by the clinical director
- Present clinical training to clinical staff as part of in-service rotation.
5. On-Call
- Serve as part of the on-call team as the clinical representative on a rotating basis
Administrative
1. Meetings
- Participate in quality assurance meetings
- Participate in strategic planning process
- Attend networking gatherings to promote ANASAZI principles
2. Training
- Participate in company philosophy (The ANASAZI Way) training on a regular basis
- Participate in training based on principles from the Arbinger Institute on a regular basis (see arbinger.com for more information).
BENEFITS
This position includes 95% paid health benefits, 401K, vacation time, and sick time. A company cell phone with limited minutes will also be provided.
Click here for application instructions
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