Behavioral Health Intake Case Manager

YKHC Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Bethel (CT); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

PTO

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plan

Wellness Center

Zusammenfassung

The Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide substance abuse screening, assessments, and case management. Responsibilities include screening clients for services, triaging urgent care, scheduling assessments, and coordinating referrals with medical and behavioral health teams.

Requirements include an Associates or Bachelors in Social Work or related field, two years in Behavioral Health, and strong communication;

Qualifikationen

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Social Work or Human Service field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
• Two years’ experience in Behavioral Health or similar Community Service.
• Experience with youth & adults experiencing emotional/cognitive disabilities and/or a mental health disorder preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with youth & adults experiencing emotional/cognitive disabilities and/or a mental health disorder, their families, and service providers.

Aufgaben

• Provide substance abuse screening and assessments.
• Case management and/or direct care work with persons with a substance use disorder desirable.
• Screen clients for services; triage for urgent services; schedule assessments for directing provider; contact all referred clients.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Counseling skills

Bilingual (Yup’ik/Cupik-English)

Time management

Computer skills

Ausbildung

Associates or Bachelors degree in Social Work or Human Service field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Office equipment (fax, copier)

Jobbeschreibung

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 substance abuse screening and assessments; case management support
• Screen clients for services; triage for urgent services; schedule assessments for directing provider; contact all referred clients including those referred from medical services, emergency services, phone referrals, faxed referrals, and all referrals sent via electronic medical records; open & closing referrals
• For emergent/urgent care: provide substance abuse harm reduction strategies; engage clients and families in a therapeutic alliance; perform functional assessments within their expertise; coordinate rehabilitation planning and periodic review for assigned clients who are participating in educational and/or independent living skills training programs

Position Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Social Work or Human Service field or a closely related field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Case management and/or direct care work with persons with a substance use disorder desirable
• Two (2) years’ experience in the field of Behavioral Health or similar Community Service
• Experience with youth & adults experiencing emotional/cognitive disabilities and/or a mental health disorder preferred
• Up to three years overall experience and one year of experience with youth & adults experiencing emotional/cognitive disabilities and/or a mental health disorder can be substituted for Bachelor’s Degree in human service/health related field
• Office Equipment i.e. Computer, Fax Machine, Copier, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively with youth & adults experiencing emotional/cognitive disabilities and/or a mental health disorder, their families, and regional and local service providers
• Basic counseling skills and knowledge of rehabilitative services for substance use disorders preferred
• Ability to assume responsibility, meet deadlines and follow schedules with minimal supervision
• Good computer skills
• Yup’ik/Cupik-English bilingual preferred

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:

Minimum: 22.04 Employment Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: No

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Assertive 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]. 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!