Psychiatric Technician - DES, $4,000

YKHC Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Wellness Center

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel seeks a Psychiatric Technician to deliver client care within a 24-hour framework, promoting safety and well-being in the assigned department. You will engage clients and families in therapeutic activities and may escort clients within Bethel and beyond as needed.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED; an AA in Human Services is preferred. CPR/First Aid within 6 months, a valid Alaska driver's license, and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• AA degree in a Human Services field preferred.
• 2 years experience in residential treatment, psychiatric, or developmental disability program preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 6 months of hire.
• Valid Alaska Driver’s License and insurable under corporate insurance.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver client care within a 24-hour framework promoting safety and well-being in the assigned department.
• Escort clients within Bethel and outside Bethel when needed.
• Engage clients and families in a therapeutic alliance and activities.
• Write progress notes in the electronic health record reflecting client progress.

Skills

Documentation

Observation

Problem solving

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AA degree in Human Services

Tools

CPR/First Aid Training

Electronic Health Records

Basic Computer Skills

Mandt Training

Job description

We 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

Within a 24-hour framework, responsible for the delivery of client care that promotes safety and well-being of all clients in the assigned department (s). To provide a healthy, safe structured environment; engage clients and families in a therapeutic alliance; provide therapeutic interventions as directed; function as an active member of the DES team. Assist with escorting clients within Bethel and outside of Bethel, when needed. Psych techs are expected to be an active participant in client social, educational and therapeutic activities. Must be able to take direction and have a commitment to learning. Psych techs be 18 years old.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED. AA Degree in a Human Services field preferred. Minimum Experience: 2 years experience in residential treatment, psychiatric, or developmental disability program preferred. License, Certification, Registration: CPR/First Aid Within 6 months of hire Mandt Training Within 1 year of hire Valid Alaska Driver’s License And be insurable under corporate insurance Medication Training At first available training Background Check Must pass a criminal background check. Equipment/Tools: Basic computer knowledge, accuracy and dependability a must. Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Ability to work residential treatment environments. Ability to write progress reports on clients in electronic health record, which accurately reflect client progress. Ability to read medication administration records. Ability to add and subtract. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of rapidly changing situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to understand and apply to variety of instruction furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to appropriately respond to aggressive and violent client behaviors. Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Benefits Include

• Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

Compensation

Pay Range Minimum: 23.15 Employment Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: No

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Aff… 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] Join YKHC, a Tribal Health Organization serving 58 tribes in southwest Alaska. We offer comprehensive healthcare, from community clinics to a regional hospital, dental, behavioral health, and more. Come be part of our team!