Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation

Position Description

Behavioral Health Clinician - Quality Assurance

Bethel, Alaska

The vision: Through Native Self-Determination and Culturally Relevant Health Systems, we strive to be the healthiest people. 

At the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) we administer a comprehensive healthcare system throughout 58 rural communities with a mission of Working Together to Achieve Excellent Health. 

YKHC serves 58 federally-recognized Tribes and operates 41 Village Clinics. Our five larger communities are served by five Sub-Regional Clinics. All communities in our service area are served by the 55 bed regional hospital in Bethel.

For more information about our hospital or the region please visit 

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation – We Strive to be the Healthiest People (www.ykhc.org)

Position Summary: This position will coordinate quality assurance aspects of the Behavioral Health Outpatient Department. Assignments will include, but are not limited to, auditing outpatient behavioral health documents to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, accreditation standards, billing and coding, clinical accuracy, and standard of care. The QA Clinician will develop reporting and tracking procedures to monitor staff compliance and to assist with the development of required training. Clinical services such as screening, assessment, treatment planning and therapy may be required.

Minimum Education

Master’s Degree in a social services field approved by the Division of Behavioral Health such as Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or Nursing with specialty in Substance Abuse and Mental Health. 

Minimum Experience

Ten years Behavioral Health experience. Five years supervisory or management experience. Experience with health care documentation and billing that adheres to Medicaid standards. Experience with a medical health record. Must be able to utilize current DSM and IDC diagnosis and codes. 

License, Certification, Registration

License as LPC, LCSW, LMFT preferred. Dual certification as a chemical dependency counselor preferred. 

Equipment/Tools

Must have basic moderate computer knowledge, and the ability to operate within an Electronic Health Record. Must be able to operate other basic office equipment including but not limited to fax, copier, and phone. standard off ice equipment usage skills.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Advanced written and oral communication skills. Ability to develop tracking systems for auditing chart documentation, regulatory standards, and corrections. Must be proficient in computer software programs such as word, excel, power point, and EHR. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

May supervise quality assurance employees as assigned by BHOP director. 

Additional Information:

ID: 14948 Location: Bethel Department: Behavioral Health Employment Duration: 80 Full time Temporary Status: Not Applicable Hours per Week: 40

Yukon 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 YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.

To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)