Behavioral Health Clinician - Quality Assurance

Bethel , Alaska The Yukon‑Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization serving nearly 30,000 people across rural southwest Alaska. Bethel is the regional hub with a population of nearly 7,000 and is home to the only hospital in the region. 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 This position will coordinate quality assurance aspects of the Behavioral Health Outpatient Department. Assignments include, but are not limited to, auditing outpatient behavioral health documents to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, accreditation standards, billing and coding, clinical accuracy, and standard of care. The QA Clinician will develop reporting and tracking procedures to monitor staff compliance and assist with development of required training. Clinical services such as screening, assessment, treatment planning, and therapy may be required. Minimum Education Master’s Degree in a social services field approved by the Division of Behavioral Health such as Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Nursing with a specialty in Substance Abuse and Mental Health. Minimum Experience Ten years of Behavioral Health experience Five years of supervisory or management experience Experience with health care documentation and billing that adheres to Medicaid standards Experience with a medical health record Must be able to utilize current DSM and ICD diagnosis and codes License, Certification, Registration License as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT preferred. Dual certification as a chemical dependency counselor preferred. Equipment/Tools Basic moderate computer knowledge and ability to operate within an Electronic Health Record. Must be able to operate other basic office equipment including fax, copier, and phone. Specialized Knowledge and Skills Advanced written and oral communication skills. Ability to develop tracking systems for auditing chart documentation, regulatory standards, and corrections. Proficiency in computer software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and EHR. Supervisory Responsibilities May supervise quality assurance employees as assigned by the BHOP director. Benefits 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 Additional Information

ID: 14948

Location: Bethel Department: Behavioral Health Employment Duration: 80 Full time Hours per Week: 40 Minimum Hourly Pay: $44.38 FLSA Status: Exempt Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. Contact Information For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or phone (907) 543‑6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter. To view more positions available, please visit the YKHC Career Center at #J-18808-Ljbffr Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation