Direct Support Professional — Rural Alaska Community Care

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Alaska; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

11 paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Job summary

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Pilot Station is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide direct support services to individuals with developmental disabilities, coordinate village-based services, and assist access to community resources. The role requires compassion, strong communication, and the ability to work with families and the Traditional Council to promote safety and self-sufficiency.

CPR/First Aid training or willingness to obtain is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in special education, child/family health and development preferred but not required.
• CPR/First Aid required or willing to complete.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support services to assigned individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Coordinate village-based services and assist access to resources.
• Work with the Traditional Council to ensure safety and well-being; meet regularly with individual and family to promote self-sufficiency.

Skills

Direct support

Written communication

Human relations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Office equipment operation

Job description

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Pilot Station is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide direct support services to individuals with developmental disabilities, coordinate village-based services, and assist access to community resources. The role requires compassion, strong communication, and the ability to work with families and the Traditional Council to promote safety and self-sufficiency.

CPR/First Aid training or willingness to obtain is required.