Behavioral Health Directing Clinician

Bethel​, Alaska

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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:

In alignment with the corporate mission, vision and values, the Director is responsible for supporting the Behavioral Health Administrator with the operations of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation's Behavioral Health Services. The Director is responsible for supporting the Behavioral Health Adminisrator in designing and operating services and processes that are systematic, aligned, deployed and continuously improved, and is responsible for ensuring that all resources are aligned with the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation's pursuit of excellence.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: Master’s degree required; Preferred in human services or related field.
• Minimum Experience: Five years supervisory experience providing various Behavioral Health services at a satisfactory level preferred. Experience in a cross-cultural setting, pereferably with Alaska Native cultures. Yup'ik speaker preferred.
• License, Certification, Registration:  
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Marriage & Famiy Therapist (LMFT), or other approved licenses in the State of Alaska preferred.
    • If not currently licensed in the State of Alaska, a plan to obtain licensure within 6 months is required. Prefer individuals that can provide licensing supervision in the State of Alaska.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
  •  Advanced written and oral communication skills are essential, as is being proficient in clinical assessment skills and intake assessments skills.
  • Able to communicate effectively with, evaluate competencies for, and develop training plans with staff at various levels of education.
  • Responsible for ensuring that program policies, procedures and applicable state and national accredidation standards are met.
  • Must be able to provide clinical guidance and supervision to team members.
  • Must be able to ensure the program makes necessary changes and updates to reflect current program philosophies and needs of the client served.
  • Knowledge and ability to comply with The Joint Commission standards, Medicaid regulations and all applicable laws and regultions.

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!

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Additional Information:

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)