Psychiatric Technician McCann Treatment Center, $4,000 Sign On Bonus

Bethel, Alaska – The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization serving nearly 30,000 people 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 features 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.

About the role

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). Duties include providing a healthy, safe structured environment; engaging clients and families in a therapeutic alliance; delivering therapeutic interventions as directed; and functioning as an active member of the McCann 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide client care that promotes safety and well-being
• Maintain a healthy, safe, and structured environment
• Engage clients and families in a therapeutic alliance
• Deliver therapeutic interventions as directed
• Function as an active member of the McCann staff
• Escort clients within Bethel and outside of Bethel when needed
• Participate in client social, educational, and therapeutic activities
• Write progress reports that accurately reflect client progress
• Read medication administration records
• Add and subtract money
• Solve practical problems in rapidly changing situations with limited standardization
• Understand and apply instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Respond appropriately to aggressive and violent client behaviors

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• CPR, First Aid, and Non-violent Crisis Intervention certification required within first 90 days of hire
• Valid Alaska Driver’s License required within 90 days of hire
• Basic computer knowledge, accuracy, and dependability
• Ability to work in residential treatment environments
• Experience working with children preferred
• Substance Abuse Certification preferred

Benefits

• 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!

Pay

Minimum hourly pay: $23.15

Schedule

• Full-time (80 hours per week)
• 40 hours per week