Behavioral Health Aide Trainee -Toksook Bay

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Wellness Center

Plus More

Job summary

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation seeks a community services professional to provide village-based substance use assessments, crisis stabilization, and case management under supervision. You will conduct screenings and rehabilitation services in line with training and experience.

The role emphasizes strong communication skills, willingness to learn, and the ability to work flexible hours in a rural Alaska setting. Certification progression and bilingual abilities are valued.

Qualifications

• High school or GED; plan to advance through certification.
• Two years of community services experience; ability to communicate and present data verbally, in writing and electronically.
• May develop a plan with supervisor to obtain Substance Abuse Counselor certification; 180 hours toward BHA-I training and 100 hour practicum.
• Computer skills and good telephone etiquette; bilingual Yup’ik/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide village-based substance use assessments and crisis stabilization.
• Deliver case management, screenings and rehabilitation services as trained.
• Collaborate with licensed clinicians to ensure quality care.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual Yup’ik/English/Regional

Education

High school or GED equivalent

Tools

Certification planning

Job description

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 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:

20.46

Employment Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Hours Per Week:

40

FLSA Exempt:

No

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affimative 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]