Behavioral Health Case Manager - Emergency Services

YKHC Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

11 paid holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Job summary

YKHC in Bethel, Alaska seeks a dedicated case manager to support Emergency Department patients and their escorts. You will coordinate travel, meals, lodging, and access to residential care for behavioral health services, perform substance abuse screenings, and provide follow-up case management to link clients to ongoing care.

Responsibilities include delivering therapeutic interventions as directed, tracking discharged clients, and performing additional duties to support emergency services care.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Social Work or related field preferred.
• Two years experience in Behavioral Health or similar community service preferred.
• Certification in Substance Abuse Counseling preferred, or willingness to become certified.
• Basic counseling skills and knowledge of rehabilitative services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management for ER clients and escorts.
• Coordinate travel, meals, and lodging for ER Behavioral Health clients.
• Conduct substance abuse screenings and link clients to residential care.
• Provide therapeutic interventions as directed and follow up with discharged clients.

Skills

Case management

Behavioral Health

Counseling skills

Computer skills

Bilingual Yup’ik/English

Education

Associates degree in Social Work or related field

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

Provide case management services for clients seen in the Emergency Room for emergency services. Coordinate travel, meals, and lodging for clients and their escorts being seen in the Emergency Room for Behavioral Health care. Provide substance abuse screening, assessments and case management support to clients who present to the hospital for emergent/urgent care due to substance abuse and are requesting residential care. Provide therapeutic interventions as directed. Track and conduct follow up calls to clients who were recently discharged from Emergency Services. Provide case management services to assure clients are linked to appropriate follow up care. Perform other case management duties as assigned that support emergency services care.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Associates degree in Social Work or Human Service field or a closely related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum Experience: Case management and/or direct care work desirable. Two (2) years experience in the field of Behavioral Health or similar Community Service.
• License, Certification, Registration: Certification in Substance Abuse Counseling preferred, or willingness to become certified.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Basic counseling skills and knowledge of rehabilitative services preferred. Ability to assume responsibility, meet deadlines and follow schedules with minimal supervision. Good computer skills. Yup’ik/English bilingual preferred.

Benefits Include

• Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

Compensation

Pay Range Minimum: 24.95

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

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Aff… 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]

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!