Developmental Disabilities Support Specialist (Direct Care)

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Eleven paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Plus More!

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, AK seeks a compassionate professional to provide direct support services to individuals with developmental disabilities. You will coordinate village-based services, help access community resources, and work with the Traditional Council to ensure safety and self-sufficiency.

The role emphasizes regular meetings with clients and families, coordination of services, and support in daily living.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience in special education, child/family health and development, counseling or community development preferred, not required.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience working with consumers with special needs.
• AA degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support services to assigned individual with developmental disabilities.
• Coordinate village-based services and help access resources.
• Work with Traditional Council to assure individual is safe and well.
• Meet regularly with individual and family to assist in addressing issues of self-sufficiency.

Skills

Human relations

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma / GED

AA degree preferred

Tools

Valid Alaska Driver’s License

CPR / First Aid

Tuberculin clearance

Job description

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, AK seeks a compassionate professional to provide direct support services to individuals with developmental disabilities. You will coordinate village-based services, help access community resources, and work with the Traditional Council to ensure safety and self-sufficiency.

The role emphasizes regular meetings with clients and families, coordination of services, and support in daily living.