CHAP Supervisor Instructor-Bethel

YKHC Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Bethel (CT); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

YKHC in Bethel, Alaska seeks a Supervising Community Health Aide/Practitioner (CHA/P) to oversee CHA/Ps, assure quality patient care at village clinics, and guide on-site instruction and performance improvement.

The role emphasizes rural, cross‑cultural leadership, coordinating with village councils and CHAP teams, implementing standing orders, and mentoring staff to strengthen preventive care across the Yukon-Kuskokwim region.

Formación

• Certified Community Health Aide, session III or higher.
• One year of experience providing health care.
• Must obtain Alaska CHP certification within 2 years of hire date.
• Current ETT.
• EMT I preferred.
• Current Alaska Driver’s License.
• Clear background check.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Email, RPMS and Telehealth.
• Good communication skills and basic computer knowledge.
• Management and/or supervisory experience in a rural, cross-cultural setting preferred.
• Bilingual Yup’ik/English, Athabascan/English or Cupik/English preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise CHA/Ps in job performance and quality health care.
• Coordinate village health care team with village council.
• Provide instruction in clinic management and patient care.
• Develop and evaluate trip objectives; submit reports.
• Lead Quality Improvement and QA activities.
• Communicate with CHA/P, CHAP, village bodies and health systems.
• Maintain policies, safety standards and standing orders.
• Represent CHAP at state level on CHA/P committees.

Conocimientos

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Bilingual Yup’ik/English

Bilingual Athabascan/English

Bilingual Cupik/English

Educación

Certified Community Health Aide, session III or higher

ETT

EMT I preferred

Alaska CHP certification within 2 years

Current Alaska Driver’s License

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

RPMS

Telehealth

Email

Descripción del empleo

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

Supervise Community Health Aides/Practitioners (CHA/Ps) in overall job performance and ensure quality health care at the village level. Supervises clinic management and on-site instruction of CHA/Ps.

Position Responsibility

Maintains established corporate department policies and procedures, objectives, Quality Improvement programs, and safety standards. Acts as immediate supervisor for assigned CHA/Ps and office assistants in all aspects of job performance, including timeliness, customer service, clinic upkeep and maintenance and clinical services. Functions as a team coordinator and liaison for the village health care team, village council, and the community. Represents Community Health Aide Program on functional team meetings. Coordinates Standing Orders for Community Health Aides. May represent Community Health Aide Program at the state level on CHA/P related committees. Provides instruction in clinic management, organization and patient care to CHA/Ps in assigned villages, based on identified needs. Refers CHA/Ps to other training resources as appropriate. Coordinates Precession training for CHA/Ps with the Field Supervision Coordinator. Actively serves as a resource person for CHA/Ps, village councils and communities in matters of YKHC policies and CHAP procedures. Identifies needs, provides information and training as able and/or refers to other resources as appropriate. Identifies clinic and CHA problem areas and in collaboration with Field Supervision Coordinator, plans, implements and evaluates follow-up with clinic, staff, and village council. Completes trip objectives based on pre-planning and submits required trip reports and documentation to appropriate programs. Evaluates administrative and clinical performance of CHA/Ps on an on-going basis. Provides field follow-up training for CHA’s at appropriate levels. Directs Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance activities in assigned villages. Communicates verbally and in writing with CHA/P, within CHAP, Village governing bodies, community members and with other YKHC health systems participants as needed. Submits summary reports of activities and projects to include a monthly scorecard. Participates in designated training to maintain clinical skills using the “Clinical Skills List” guideline. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Positive work history. Certified Community Health Aide, session III or higher. One year (1) experience in providing health care. Must obtain Alaska Community Health Practitioner (CHP) certification within 2 years of hire date. Current ETT. EMT I preferred Current Alaska Driver’s License. Clear Background check. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Email, RPMS and Telehealth Good communication skills and basic computer knowledge. Management and/or supervisory experience in a rural, cross-cultural setting preferred. Bilingual Yup’ik/English, Athabascan/English or Cupik/English preferred. Supervise staff and operations of village clinics, including hiring, evaluation, disciplinary action and terminations.

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: 38.89

Employment Type

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

Equal Opportunity

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an affirmative 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.

Contact

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [e-mail]

Join Us

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!