Director Behavioral Health Preventative Services

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Alaska; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

11 paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

School loan repayment eligibility

Tort Claims coverage

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Job summary

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska is seeking a Director of Behavioral Health Preventative Services to lead planning, coordination and oversight of prevention programs across village and hospital services.

The role supervises the Sobering Center and SBIRIT Coordinators, manages grants, ensures reporting to state agencies, HIPAA compliance, and data-driven program improvement while partnering with local communities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology preferred with a specialty in Mental Health and preventative programs.
• Undergraduate degree, social work, psychology, rural human services.
• Two years supervisory experience in behavioral health or direct services.
• Alaska licensure required or must obtain within 2 years of hire.
• Yupi’k speaker preferred.
• Experience in cross-cultural setting, preferably with Alaska Native cultures.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and coordinates prevention activities across village and hospital services.
• Supervises the Sobering Center and SBIRIT Coordinators and manages grants.
• Maintains knowledge of reporting requirements to the State of Alaska and others.
• Oversees case management and ensures clients receive appropriate services.
• Participates in clinical meetings and trainings; promotes collaboration with community agencies.
• Ensures HIPAA compliance and confidentiality; supports quality improvement initiatives.
• Analyzes program data to determine effectiveness and outcomes; supports timely roll-out.

Skills

Cross-cultural experience

Supervisory experience

Yupi’k language preferred

Alaska licensure eligible

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology

Undergraduate degree in social work, psychology, rural human services

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

## Director Behavioral Health Preventative ServicesApply: Bethel: Full time: Posted Today: JR100458We 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:**Responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating YKHC Prevention activities with village services, hospital services, and other organizations, as appropriate. Responsible for supervision of the Sobering Center and SBIRIT Coordinators, Grant management and knowledge of activities and reporting requirements to the State of Alaska and other various reporting agencies.# **Position Responsibilities:*** Tracks, trends and follow ups on data collected* Coordinates referrals when appropriate for individuals based on their service needs.* Coordinates documents referral process to track and trend outcomes.* Responsible for the oversight of case management to ensure clients are receiving appropriate services.* Active participation in clinical meetings, including presentations of cases as requested* Maintaining cooperative professional relationships with community agencies significant to the continuum of care for clients and their families* Provides consultation and in-service training to other health care providers regarding clinical & professional issues* Maintains Napartet quality improvement initiative* Maintains YKHC values of strength-based, family-driven, culturally competent services* Adheres to standards of clinical practice set forth by the State of Alaska, Division of Behavioral Health, Medicaid, and JCAHO* Adheres to HIPAA regulations and the Privacy Act of 1974 regarding standards of confidentiality of client information* Encourages a strong positive relationship between YKHC and its constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behaviors when interacting with clients, visitors, other employees, i.e., all “customers” of YKHC* Analyzes program data to determine program effectiveness, implementation and timely, effective role out.* Grant Coordination and timely submission of all reports.* Other duties as assigned as directed by direct supervisor. # **Position Qualifications:****Minimum Education**: Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology preferred with a specialty in Mental Health and preventative programs. Undergraduate degree, social work, psychology, rural human services. **Minimum Experience**: Experience in a cross-cultural setting, preferably with Alaskan Native cultures.Yupi’k speaker preferred.Two (2) years supervisory experience providing various behavioral health or direct services performing at a satisfactory level. **License, Certification, Registration**: Appropriate State of Alaska licensure required or must be able to obtain it within2 years of hire **Equipment/Tools**: Computer literacy required**Supervisory Responsibilities**: Preventative program coordinators, Grant Coordinators and all others assigned. **Benefits Include:*** Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks.* Eleven paid holidays* Comprehensive healthcare coverage* Life and Disability Insurance* Flexible Spending Account* School loan repayment eligibility* Tort Claims coverage* Retirement plans* Employee Wellness Center* Plus More!Compensation Pay Range Minimum:44.38Employment Type:RegularTime Type:Full timeHours Per Week:40FLSA Exempt:YesYukon 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.For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [e-mail]