Behavioral Health Clinician Licensed; Masters

Behavioral Health Clinician Licensed (Masters) Department Behavioral Health Location Bethel Employment Duration 80 Full time

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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:
Conduct behavioral health evaluations of individuals who suffer mental disturbances or present with a wide range of emotional disturbances. Initiates the provision of services depending on the outcome of the evaluation. The counselor would also provide care management services, referral, and advocacy, as recommended in the assessment.

Position

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, or Nursing with a specialty in Mental Health. Two (2) years supervised 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.
• LPC or LCSW preferred.

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.
• Employee Wellness Center.

YKHC is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, 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.

Preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants who meet minimum requirements according to the provisions of P.L. 93-638.

For more information, please contact YKHC Recruitment at:  or

Location:

Bethel

Department:
Behavioral Health

Employment Duration: 80 Full time

Temporary Status:
Not Applicable

Hours per Week: 40

Minimum Hourly Pay: 44.38

FLSA Status:
Exempt