Psychiatric Technician - Bautista,

Overview

Bethel, Alaska We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!

Bethel, Alaska We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! 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.

Within a 24-hour framework, responsible for the delivery of client care that promotes safety and well-being of all clients in the assigned department(s). To provide a healthy, safe structured environment; engage clients and families in a therapeutic alliance; provide therapeutic interventions as directed; function as an active member of the Bautista staff. Assist with escorting clients within Bethel and outside of Bethel, when needed.

Expected to be an active participant in client social, educational and therapeutic activities. Must be able to take direction and have a commitment to learning.

• Deliver client care within a 24-hour framework, promoting safety and well-being of all clients in the assigned department(s).
• Provide a healthy, safe structured environment; engage clients and families in a therapeutic alliance; provide therapeutic interventions as directed; be an active member of the PATC staff.
• Assist with escorting clients within Bethel and outside of Bethel, when needed.
• Be an active participant in client social, educational and therapeutic activities.
• Take direction well and demonstrate a commitment to learning.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Substance Abuse Certification preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and Non-violent Crisis Intervention required within first 90 days of hire.
• A valid Alaska Driver’s License required within 90 days of hire.
• Basic computer knowledge, accuracy and dependability.
• Ability to work in residential treatment environments.
• Ability to write progress reports that reflect client progress; read medication administration records.
• Ability to add and subtract money; solve practical problems; adapt to rapidly changing situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to understand and apply instruction furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to appropriately respond to aggressive and violent client behaviors.

• Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

Location:

Bethel

Department:
Behavioral Health

Employment Duration: 80

Full time

Temporary Status:
Not Applicable

Hours per Week: 40

Minimum Hourly Pay: 23.15

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

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 or phone  and ask to speak with a recruiter.

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