Southcentral Foundation·Lake and Peninsula Borough, Alaska
The Community Health Aide provides acute, chronic, emergency, and preventive medical care to village residents under the direction of medical doctors. They must operate within the guidelines of the CHA/P Manual and adhere to established Medical Standing Orders.
Hiring Range $30.14 to $40.18
Hiring Range $34.50 to $46.01
The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Community Health Aide is responsible for providing acute, chronic, emergency, and preventive medical health care to Village residents under the direction of the medical doctors in Anchorage and according to the CHA/P Manual. The CHA IV and Practitioner are expected to operate within the guidelines of the CHA/P Manual (eCHAM) and their level of training and the scope of practice consistent with their level of training. CHA IV and Practitioner are also expected to act within the limits of their Medical Standing Orders (MSO) when applicable.
Progression between job levels is based on qualifications/certifications and the demonstrated ability to successfully handle more progressively responsible assignments and certifications.
SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:
Additional Qualifications for CHA IV: Meets all requirements of CHA III in addition to the following:
1. Successful completion of the Session IV [four (4)] of CHA training program and passing required testing with a grade of 80 percent or better. 2. Meet all expectations outlined in the Community Health Aide Program Certification Board Standards and Procedures.
Additional Qualifications for CHA Practitioner: Meets all requirements of CHA IV in addition to the following:
1. Current certification as a Practitioner by the CHA Program Certification Board (CHAPCB). 2. Meet all expectations outlined in the Community Health Aide Program Certification Board Standards and Procedures
Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, as amended, SCF pursues a policy of Alaska Native/American Indian preference in hiring, contracting, and training.
Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of SCF employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs designated as a Health Care Personnel (HCP) position, requires that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.
Market context
Community Health Aide IV roles in Alaska are often in steady demand in rural communities where access to care can be limited. This position is competitive because it requires current CHA Program Certification Board certification, completed CHA training, and strong cultural understanding of Alaska Native and American Indian communities. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your certification status before applying.
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