Psychiatric Technician - Malone Home, $4,000 Sign On Bonus

Psychiatric Technician - Malone Home, $4,000 Sign On Bonus

Bethel, Alaska

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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 riversthe 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: 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. 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 Malone 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.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED. AA Degree in a Human Services field preferred.
• Working with children preferred.
• Substance Abuse Certification preferred. CPR, First Aid, and Non-violent Crisis Intervention is required within first 90 days of hire. A valid Alaska Driver's License is required within 90 days of hire.
• Basic computer knowledge, accuracy and dependability a must.
• Ability to work residential treatment environments. Ability to write progress reports on clients, which accurately reflect client progress. Ability to read medication administration records. Ability to add and subtract money. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of rapidly changing situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to understand and apply to variety of instruction furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to appropriately respond to aggressive and violent client behaviors.

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!

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation