Behavioral Health Aide Trainee: Start Your Counseling Career

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

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