Direct Support Specialist — Rural Alaska with Generous PTO

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Alaska; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

11 paid holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is hiring a Direct Support Professional for Alakanuk to provide direct services to individuals with developmental disabilities. The role coordinates village-based services, helps access resources, and collaborates with the Traditional Council to promote safety and well-being.

You will meet with individuals and families regularly to support self-sufficiency, navigating programs and supports in a rural Alaska setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; AA degree preferred.
• Experience in special education, child/family health and development, counseling or community development preferred.
• Minimum one year experience preferred; two years in related fields encouraged.
• Valid Alaska driver’s license or ability to obtain one; TB clearance required; CPR/First Aid required or willing to complete.
• Excellent human relations and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Coordinate village-based services and help access resources.
• Work with Traditional Council to ensure safety and well-being.
• Meet regularly with individuals and families to address self-sufficiency issues.

Skills

Excellent human relations skills

Written communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is hiring a Direct Support Professional for Alakanuk to provide direct services to individuals with developmental disabilities. The role coordinates village-based services, helps access resources, and collaborates with the Traditional Council to promote safety and well-being.

You will meet with individuals and families regularly to support self-sufficiency, navigating programs and supports in a rural Alaska setting.