Deputy Director Community Health Aide Program (CHAP)

Position Summary:

In alignment with Napartet Strategy and Priorities, the Deputy Director (DD) for the Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) at YKHC will support the CHAP Director with oversight of day-to-day clinical operations and delivery of care in village clinics for the YKHC service area. The DD will also drive specific Performance Improvement Initiatives as assigned by the Director. This role will focus on the delivery of high-quality healthcare services in village clinics across the region. The DD will focus on improving access to care close to home, enhancing clinical quality in village clinics, and oversee the professional development of Community Health Aides (CHA/Ps), Office Assistants, Supervisor Instructors, and Community Health Aides to meet the unique needs of rural Alaska.

Position Qualifications:

•         Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, or a related field. CHP would be considered based on experience and enrollment in a bachelor’s program to be completed within an agreed period of time. Previous experience working with Community Health Aides and Alaska Native populations or in a cross-cultural setting is highly desirable.

•         Minimum Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare management, with a strong focus on rural health programs.

•         License, Certification, Registration:
Certification required for a CHP candidate only.
Alaska licensure required if candidate is an RN or APP.

•         Equipment/Tools:
Ability to use current technology, and business software, as well as data analysis programs such as Excel and EHRs.
Proficient in healthcare management systems, data analysis, and budget planning.

•         Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of healthcare regulations, particularly in rural and tribal health settings.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, remote environment.
Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to manage teams and implement healthcare initiatives, highly desired.

•         Supervisory Responsibilities:
Provide guidance, support, and oversight to CHAP managers and team leads to ensure alignment with program goals and objectives set by the CHAP Director.
Act as a mentor to CHAP staff, fostering a culture of growth and continuous learning.
Lead Policy and Procedures review and implementation.
Lead or contribute to special projects aimed at program development and expansion.

•         Direct Reports:
Field Supervision Coordinator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•         Support development and implementation of strategic planning, and CHAP initiatives in alignment with Napartet Strategy and Priorities, YKHC’s mission, vision, values, and department goals.

•         Assist CHAP Director in oversight of day-to-day village clinical operations and delivery of care in village clinics for the YKHC service area. This includes meeting all standards set by regulatory agencies at state and federal levels and TJC.

•         Drive specific PI Initiatives as assigned by the Director and in collaboration with other departments, to enhance efficient and effective healthcare delivery in rural village clinics within our service area.

•         Collaborate with Field Supervision Coordinator in training and development of Supervisor Instructors.

•         Develop strong relationships with Tribal Government in YKHC villages to support CHA recruitment and retention initiatives. This includes regular village travel to participate in TC meetings and village community outreach.

•         Provide recruitment consultation to assess staffing needs; analyze and recommend recruitment plans, and provide supporting data for recommendations.

•         Collaborate with the Training Center (TC) Coordinator, the TC Medical Director, and the Field Supervision (FS) Coordinator to support a reasonable schedule for CHAs to achieve higher levels of training and certification.

•         Collaborate with the TC Coordinator and TC Medical Director in the support of CHP BTIs continuing certification requirements.

•         Support fiscal responsibility by participating in annual budget reviews and planning as requested.

•         Perform other duties as assigned.

Environment:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions:
The physical environment requires frequent travel to remote communities within the YKHC service area, in small planes and variable weather conditions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

•         Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs.), occasional reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, turning, twisting.

•         Occasional standing and walking, prolonged sitting, repetitive motion tasks.

•         Prolonged use of computer screen/keyboard.

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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