Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation

Position Description

Behavioral Health Directing Clinician, DET Unit

Bethel, Alaska

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:

This position is located in Bethel, and provides supervision to Behavioral Health Clinicians, Case-Managers, and Counselors. Responsible for collaborating with the Directing Village Clinical Supervisor on referrals to the villages. Provide supervision and clinical direction to Family Center and Intake Department. Provides clinical services, including integrated assessments, mental health assessments, maintaining caseload, treatment, referrals, supervision ( as assigned), and collaboration. Carry out administrative duties as directed by Director of Outpatient Services in Behavioral Health.

Position Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential job element satisfactorily. The components listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Nursing with a specialty in Mental Health. 
• Clinical supervisory experience preferred.
• Three (3) years clinical experience providing various behavioral health direct services performed at a satisfactory level.
• Experience in a cross-cultural setting, preferably with Native American cultures.
• Appropriate State of Alaska licensure required or must be able to obtain it within 3 months of hire
• Computer literacy required
• Supervise Behavioral Health Clinicians, Case-Managers, and Counselors.

Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Starting at $38.89 DOE

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Additional Information:

ID: 17491 Location: Bethel Department: Behavioral Health Employment Duration: 80 Full time Temporary Status: Not Applicable Hours per Week: 40 Minimum Hourly Pay: 38.89 FLSA Status: Exempt

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)