Behavioral Health Aide

Kodiak Area Native Association; Ouzinkie (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with employer 7

Paid parental leave

80% employer-paid medical/dental/vison

EAP

Tuition assistance

Disability coverage

Paid holidays

Gym membership

Relocation housing assistance

Job summary

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) seeks a Behavioral Health Aide to provide village-based counseling for youth, adults, and families on Kodiak Island. The role supports outreach, education, and prevention activities and collaborates with clinical teams to ensure culturally responsive care across the community.

The BHA delivers individual, family, and group services, participates in crisis response, and supports community-based health initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; six months of related experience or training preferred.
• Familiarity with behavioral health services or human services is preferred.
• Knowledge of counseling techniques, documentation standards, and patient confidentiality practices (HIPAA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports mission, goals, and patient-centered medical home philosophy.
• Builds therapeutic relationships with clients with empathy and professional boundaries.
• Provides individual, family, and group counseling within training scope.
• May conduct substance use disorder assessments and facilitate treatment groups.
• Collaborates with Behavioral Health team to ensure coordinated care and service delivery.
• Completes required reports and maintains compliant clinical documentation.

Skills

Counseling basics

HIPAA privacy

Job description

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) is a Tribal health organization committed to elevating the lives of the people we serve. At KANA, employees are more than staff members; they are part of a mission-driven team dedicated to meaningful work, community impact, and long-term professional growth.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7% employer contribution beginning in year two, paid regardless of employee contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• 80% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Access to 20+ medical plan options through federal OPM benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance at 2.5x annual salary
• AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Free gym membership to the KANA Wellness Center
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
• Leadership development and internal advancement opportunities
• Eligibility for IHS and NHSC loan repayment programs (role dependent)
• Potential temporary housing assistance for relocating employees, based on availability

Position Overview

The Behavioral Health Aide (BHA) is a village-based counselor who provides quality behavioral health services to youth, adults, and families. This role delivers individual, family, and group support while promoting community wellness through outreach, education, and prevention activities. The BHA collaborates closely with clinical teams and village partners to ensure coordinated, culturally responsive care for patients across the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the organization's mission, goals, quality standards, and patient-centered medical home philosophy
• Demonstrates KANA's core values of Courtesy, Caring, Respect, Sharing, and Pride in all actions and decisions
• Upholds KANA's Code of Ethics by conducting all professional activities with honesty, integrity, fairness, and respect
• Builds therapeutic relationships with clients based on empathy, trust, and professional boundaries
• Provides individual, family, and group counseling services for children, adolescents, adults, and elders within scope of training and certification
• May conduct substance use disorder assessments and facilitate treatment groups, based on certification level and experience
• Works under the direction of the Behavioral Health Clinical Director and participates in regular clinical supervision
• Collaborates with the Behavioral Health team, including Case Managers and Intake staff, to ensure coordinated care and service delivery
• Supports village-based care by assisting other Behavioral Health Aides or taking on additional caseloads as needed
• Participates in Village Response Teams (VRT) to assist with crisis response and intervention efforts
• Plans and supports community-based prevention activities, including alcohol- and drug-free events, health fairs, and recovery programs
• Provides community health education through presentations, classes, and outreach in schools and community settings
• Offers informal behavioral health support to community members through engagement at events, home visits, and outreach activities
• Completes required reports, activity logs, and documentation in accordance with grant, contract, and regulatory requirements
• Maintains timely and accurate clinical documentation in compliance with KANA, State of Alaska, Medicaid, and other healthcare regulations
• Assists with administrative support in the village clinic, including patient communication, appointment reminders, and addressing barriers to care
• Attends required staff meetings, clinical supervision sessions, and training programs
• Progresses through the Behavioral Health Aide certification program by completing required coursework, practicum hours, and training milestones
• Participates in outcome-informed practices, including Routine Outcome Monitoring (ROM), and incorporates feedback into clinical care
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and six months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarity with behavioral health services, community health, or human services preferred
• Knowledge of basic counseling techniques, documentation standards, and healthcare confidentiality practices (HIPAA) preferred

Work Schedule

KANA's standard work schedule is 37.5 working hours per week, typically consisting of 7.5 paid working hours per day plus a one-hour unpaid lunch break (total of 8.5 hours on site per day).

Our Values

KANA's work is guided by Courtesy, Caring, Respect, Sharing, and Pride. We seek team members who demonstrate these values in how they serve patients, collaborate with colleagues, and engage with the community.

Life on Kodiak Island

Located on beautiful Kodiak Island, this role offers the opportunity to build meaningful community connections while experiencing Alaska's unique coastal lifestyle, outdoor recreation, and close-knit community.