Developmental Disabilities Support Specialist

Yukon--kuskokwim-Health-Corporation; Pilot Station (AK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO starting at 4.5 weeks per

Eleven paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Plus More!

Job summary

YKHC is seeking a dedicated staff member to provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities in rural southwest Alaska. You will coordinate village-based services, help individuals access resources, and work with the Traditional Council to ensure safety and well-being.

You will meet regularly with the individual and family to address self-sufficiency and progress. A high school diploma is required; an Associate's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in special education, child/family health and development, counseling or community development preferred.
• CPR and First Aid required or willingness to complete.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support services to assigned individual with developmental disabilities.
• Coordinate village-based services and assist accessing resources.
• Meet regularly with the individual and family to address self-sufficiency issues.

Skills

Human relations

Written communication

CPR

First Aid

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Office equipment

photocopy machine

fax machine

shredder

heat laminator

Job description

YKHC is seeking a dedicated staff member to provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities in rural southwest Alaska. You will coordinate village-based services, help individuals access resources, and work with the Traditional Council to ensure safety and well-being.

You will meet regularly with the individual and family to address self-sufficiency and progress. A high school diploma is required; an Associate's degree is preferred.