Behavioral Health Case Manager - Opioid Prevention

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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

To provide substance abuse screening and assessments, case management support and counseling to clients and their families who present to the hospital for emergent/urgent care do substance abuse; engage clients and families in a therapeutic alliance; perform functional assessments within their expertise; provide therapeutic and rehabilitative interventions as directed; coordinate rehabilitation planning and periodic review for assigned clients who are participating in educational and/or independent living skills training programs.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Education

Associates or Bachelors degree; in Social Work or Human Service field or a closely related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Minimum Experience

Case management and/or direct care work with persons with disabilities desirable. Two (2) years experience in the field of Behavioral Health or similar Community Service. Experience with Severely Emotionally Disturbed Youth and Youth with FASD preferred. Up to three years overall experience and one year of experience with SED youth can be substituted for Bachelor’s Degree in human service/health related field.

• License, Certification, Registration
• None.

Equipment/Tools

Office Equipment i. e. Computer, Fax Machine, Copier, etc.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Ability to communicate effectively with youth experiencing emotional and cognitive disabilities, their families, and regional and local service providers.

Basic counseling skills and knowledge of rehabilitative services for SED and FASD preferred. Ability to assume responsibility, meet deadlines and follow schedules with minimal supervision. Good computer skills. Yup’ik/English bilingual preferred.

• 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

24.95

Employment Type: Regular

Time Type

Full time

Hours Per Week

40

FLSA Exempt

No

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