ACT Clinician - Outpatient; $10,000 Sign On*, $15,000 Relocation and Retention Bonus Eligible

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)

Description: 

Position Summary: ACT is an acronym for “Access to Collaborative Treatment.” Collaborative treatment refers to a model of care in which primary care providers and mental health providers collaborate to ensure social, emotional, and cognitive factors are identified and their impact on physical complaints is mitigated. ACT services is effective for a variety of mental and emotional disturbances. These disturbances include but are not limited to trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, chronic pain, suicidality, and childhood disorders.

ACT takes a trauma informed, strengths-based, and person-centered approach to clients. ACT recognizes the effects of numerous environmental factors that prevent people from living safe and healthy lives. ACT uses evidenced-based interventions including, but not limited to, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Activations, Problem-Solving Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. The ACT Clinician counsels clients about various mental health concerns and seeks to enhance the capacity of clients to address their own needs. ACT services provide screening follow-up, crisis intervention, brief therapy, case management, and appropriate referrals as needed.

ACT services are located within the medical Outpatient Clinic and ACT Clinicians work alongside the medical staff.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: Master degree in a human service related field including, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy or Social Work.
• Minimum Expereince: Completion of an accredited Master level degree program. Evidence of one year of employment providing direct clinical care to individuals, families and groups with demonstrated proficiency in clinical/therapeutic activities including assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention, individual, family, and group counseling, and clinical documentation.
• License, Certifications, Registration: LMFT, LPC, LBHP or LCSW preferred.  Must be working toward Alaska licensure or be able to obtain Alaska license within six months* of hire. Appropriate documentation supporting pertinent professional certifications and registrations required.  *COVID restrictions will be taken into consideration as applicable.
• Equipment/Tools: Must have basic computer knowledge, and standard office equipment usage skills.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Excellent and effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates experience and professional courtesy in working with different cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups that present varying lifestyles, values, and attitudes. Able to work effectively with diverse teams, build consensus, and facilitate agreed upon change. Demonstrated ability to establish rapport quickly with a wide range of individuals and families. Exhibits strong organizational, time management, and prioritizing skills.

Benefits Include: 

• Generous PTO - begining at 4.5 weeks
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• $10,000 Sign On come with 3 year committment

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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)