Developmental Specialist I

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.

Position Summary : This position assists and supports DSII and DSIII in the provision of services to families of children 0-3 in the YK Delta. This position helps in the administrations of eligibility testing within 45 days of a referral, assists with developmental assessments. This position organizes family contact, family follow up for relevant services. This position is a member of the ILP team and supports Napartet with value added ideas, patient centered excellence, and ILP standards of excellence. This position facilitates play group. Other administrative tasks will be incorporated into daily the work flow.

Position Qualifications Minimum Education: High School Diploma/AA prefer degree in early childhood, related field, or Child Development Associate (CDA) or (PAT) training.

Minimum Experience: Early childhood experience. Knowledge and willingness to learn and apply working knowledge of early childhood development. Experience with Special Needs children preferred.

Equipment: Computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, Power point, faxing, scanning, emailing.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Family Assessments, any behavioral, social language, developmental training. Prefer experience with Medicaid, Denali Kid Care, data systems and data entry.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

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!

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Additional Information ID: 17682 Location: Bethel Department: Family Infant Toddler Program Employment Duration: 80 Full time Temporary Status: Not Applicable Hours per Week: 40 Minimum Hourly Pay: 32.88 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 [email protected] or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.

To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)