Director, Emergency Services

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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.

Provide direct clinical and administrative oversight of Emergency Services, Crisis Respite Center and CISM programs in the behavioral health department. Coordinate all facets of delivery of behavioral health services in the programs. Responsible for ensuring compliance with The Joint Commission, Medicaid, licensing, and all other regulations and laws.

• Masters degree in related field and/or Licensed Social Worker, LPC or LMFT, or Certification in Psychology.
• Two years supervisory experience in mental health treatment; history of increasing management responsibility; successful, past supervision of staff.
• Outpatient and Residential experience preferred.
• Licensed Social Worker, LPC or LMFT, or Certification in Psychology.
• Must have basic computer knowledge, and standard office equipment usage skills.
• Operate motor vehicle preferred.
• Responsible for ensuring that program policies, procedures, applicable state and national accreditation standards are met.
• Provide clinical guidance and supervision to team members.
• Ensures the treatment program makes necessary changes and updates to reflect current treatment philosophies and needs of the clients serve.
• Knowledge and ability to comply with The Joint Commission standards, Medicaid regulations, and all applicable laws and regulations
• Direct supervision of clinical staff and other staff as needed. Includes Emergency Services, Crisis Respite Center and CISM

• 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

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, or 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 under P.L. 93-638.

For more information, please contact YKHC Recruitment at ykhcrecruitment or call and ask to speak with a recruiter. Visit our website c.org.

Job

Location:

Bethel

Department:
Behavioral Health

Employment Duration: 80 Full time

Hours per Week: 40

Minimum Hourly Pay: 51.83

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Temporary Status:
Not Applicable