Behavioral Health Aide Trainee Grow to BHA-I in Alaska

YKHC Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Alaska; On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 4.5 weeks annually

Eleven paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Job summary

YKHC in Bethel, Alaska is seeking a Village-Based Substance Use Counselor to provide assessments, crisis stabilization, and case management under supervision. You will work with clients across rural communities to support treatment and recovery in a culturally respectful manner.

This role requires bilingual Yup’ik/English abilities, strong communication, and the capacity to work independently within prescribed guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High school or GED equivalent.
• Must commit to advancing through a certification program.
• Must partner with supervisor to obtain Substance Abuse Counselor certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide village-based substance use assessments.
• Deliver crisis stabilization, case management and screenings.
• Deliver rehabilitation services aligned with education and training.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Telephone etiquette

Bilingual Yup’ik/English

Education

High school or GED equivalent

Job description

YKHC in Bethel, Alaska is seeking a Village-Based Substance Use Counselor to provide assessments, crisis stabilization, and case management under supervision. You will work with clients across rural communities to support treatment and recovery in a culturally respectful manner.

This role requires bilingual Yup’ik/English abilities, strong communication, and the capacity to work independently within prescribed guidelines.