Behavioral Health Aide Trainee — Rural Alaska Impact

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

Job summary

YKHC is seeking a Village-Based Substance Use Counselor to support rural Alaska communities under supervision of a licensed clinician. You will perform assessments, crisis stabilization, and case management, while pursuing certification to advance to BHA-I.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years in community services, strong communication skills, and ability to work independently with flexibility in scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must commit to advancing through a certification program.
• Minimum 2 years experience in Community Services.
• Ability to communicate, retrieve and present data verbally, in writing, and electronically.
• Flexibility with work schedule and ability for independent action within limits.

Responsibilities

• Provide village-based substance use assessments and crisis stabilization.
• Conduct case management, screenings, and rehabilitation services as trained.
• Document and communicate information clearly in verbal, written, and electronic formats.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal and written communication

Computer skills

Bilingual Yup’ik/English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Commitment to certification program

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

YKHC is seeking a Village-Based Substance Use Counselor to support rural Alaska communities under supervision of a licensed clinician. You will perform assessments, crisis stabilization, and case management, while pursuing certification to advance to BHA-I.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years in community services, strong communication skills, and ability to work independently with flexibility in scheduling.