Behavioral Health Aide Trainee-Kotlik

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Wellness Center

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Kotlik is hiring a Behavioral Health Aide Trainee. Under supervision of a licensed clinician, you will participate in village-based assessments, crisis stabilization, case management and rehabilitation services.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with a plan to advance to certification; two years in community services; and hours toward BHA-I training plus practicum under supervision. Bilingual Yup’ik/English preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; must commit to certification program.
• Two years in Community Services; ability to communicate, retrieve and present data.
• Must complete 180 hours toward BHA-I training and 100 hour practicum under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a licensed clinician, provides village-based assessments, crisis stabilization, case management, screenings and rehab services.
• Supports planning and coordination of behavioral health services inKotlik villages (remote settings).
• Maintains documentation and communicates effectively with clients and team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Bilingual Yup’ik/English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Behavioral Health Aide Trainee-KotlikApply: Kotlik: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR100391We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.**Position Summary:**Under the supervision of a licensed clinician, provides a variety of village-based substance use assessments, crisis stabilization, case management, screenings, and rehabilitation services consistent with their education, training and experience.**Position Qualifications:*** **Minimum Education:** High school or GED equivalent. Must commit to advancing through a certification program.* **Minimum Experience:** Two (2) years experience in the field of Community Services, may be volunteer work if documented. Demonstrates mature judgment, must have the ability to communicate, retrieve and present data and information both verbally, written and electronic. Must be flexible with work schedule and possess the ability for independent actions within prescribed limits.* **License, Certifications, Registration** : May develop with supervisor a plan to obtain Substance Abuse Counselor certification. Must partner with supervisor to advance to BHA-I certification. Must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 180 hours toward a specialized BHA-I training program and a 100 hour clinical practicum under the direct supervision of a licensed clinician.* **Equipment/Tools:** Must have computer skills. Must have good telephone etiquette. Good verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual Yup’ik/English/Regional preferred.* **Specialized Knowledge and Skills:** Knowledge of communication skills plus motivation sufficient for learning in behavioral health counseling field. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to learn counseling skills through in-service training. Ability to effectively present information. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.**Benefits Include:*** Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time* Eleven paid holidays* Comprehensive healthcare coverage* Life and Disability Insurance* Flexible Spending Account* Retirement plans* Employee Wellness Center* Plus More!Compensation Pay Range Minimum:20.46Employment Type:RegularTime Type:Full timeHours Per Week:40FLSA Exempt:NoYukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [e-mail]