Behavioral Health Aide Trainee-Kotlik

YKHC Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Kotlik (AK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Retirement plans

Wellness center

Job summary

YKHC in rural southwest Alaska seeks a dedicated professional to deliver village-based substance use assessments, crisis stabilization, and case management under supervision. You will work toward Substance Abuse Counselor certification, collaborating with licensed clinicians to support a region with diverse Yup’ik/English speakers.

YKHC offers comprehensive benefits, generous PTO, and a supportive team environment focused on improving community health across villages and Bethel, the regional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must commit to advancing through a certification program.
• Minimum 2 years experience in community services.
• Demonstrates mature judgment; able to communicate data verbally and in writing.
• Flexible with work schedule; able to act independently within prescribed limits.

Responsibilities

• Provide village-based substance use assessments.
• Deliver crisis stabilization and case management.
• Conduct screenings and rehabilitation services per training.
• Communicate findings verbally, in writing, and electronically.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Plan to obtain Substance Abuse Counselor certification

Tools

Bilingual Yup’ik/English

Job description

About the Opportunity

We 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

• 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: 20.46

Employment Details

Employment Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: No

Equal Opportunity / Diversity

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmitive 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.

Contact

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [e-mail]

Join YKHC, a Tribal Health Organization serving 58 tribes in southwest Alaska. We offer comprehensive healthcare, from community clinics to a regional hospital, dental, behavioral health, and more. Come be part of our team!