Associate Integrative Health Science Jobs in Alaska

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About the Role:

The Community Health Aide plays a vital role in improving public health outcomes by providing direct support and education to diverse communities. This position focuses on bridging gaps between healthcare providers and community members, ensuring access to essential health services and resources. The role involves conducting outreach, facilitating health screenings, and promoting preventive care initiatives tailored to the unique needs of the population. The Community Health Aide collaborates closely with healthcare professionals, local organizations, and government agencies to implement effective health programs. Ultimately, this position aims to empower individuals and families to make informed health decisions, contributing to the overall well-being and resilience of the community.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required or TABE Level D (8th‑grade reading & math)
• Experience working in community health, social services, or a related environment.
• Basic knowledge of public health principles and community outreach strategies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Resides in assigned community or sub region.
• Able to provide year-round coverage of clinic hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Community Health Worker (CHW) or similar credential.
• Associate degree in health sciences or related field.
• Experience working with underserved or vulnerable populations.
• Proficiency in multiple languages commonly spoken in the community served.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and data collection tools.
• Training in cultural competency and health education methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct community outreach to educate residents about available health services and preventive care.
• Assist in organizing and facilitating health screenings, immunization drives, and wellness workshops.
• Serve as a liaison between healthcare providers and community members to improve communication and service delivery.
• Collect and report data on community health trends to support program development and evaluation.
• Provide culturally sensitive support and guidance to individuals seeking healthcare resources.
• Collaborate with local organizations and public health agencies to coordinate health promotion activities.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and participant interactions.
• Identify barriers to healthcare access within the community and propose actionable solutions.

Skills:

The required skills enable the Community Health Aide to effectively communicate health information and build trust within diverse communities, ensuring outreach efforts are impactful and inclusive. Strong interpersonal skills facilitate collaboration with healthcare providers and community organizations, enhancing program coordination and service delivery. Analytical skills are used daily to collect, interpret, and report health data that inform program improvements and resource allocation. Preferred skills such as multilingual abilities and cultural competency allow the aid to overcome language and cultural barriers, increasing accessibility and engagement. Proficiency with digital tools supports efficient documentation and tracking of community interactions, contributing to data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement of health initiatives.

Working Conditions:

Work hours may vary from part‑time to full‑time based on training level, training requirements, and established clinic hours. The CHA primarily works in an assigned village clinic and consults with a referral physician or supervising healthcare provider via radio, telephone, fax, telemedicine, or email. The position requires sufficient vision, hearing, manual dexterity, mobility, health, and strength to perform frequent handwriting and data entry; use of medical equipment and electronic communication devices; repetitive hand and arm movements; frequent travel by unpressurized aircraft, private vehicles, small boats, snowmachines, or all‑terrain vehicles in all weather conditions; frequent light physical activity (lifting, pushing, pulling up to 20 pounds) and occasional moderate to heavy lifting (20–50 pounds or more); exposure to infectious diseases, blood, bodily fluids, and hazardous situations; and occasional provision of emergency care outside the clinic, including in patients’ homes or outdoor environments in all weather conditions.