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Program Manager Social Work Jobs in Anchorage, AK

Program Manager

Anchorage, AK · On-site

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As a Program Manager, you will report to the Anchorage, AK office and work closely with the Regional Director. You will be responsible for strategic leadership to support growing and sustaining ...

Program Manager

Anchorage, AK · Hybrid

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  • Dental

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As a Program Manager, you will report to the Anchorage, AK office and work closely with the Regional Director. You will be responsible for strategic leadership to support growing and sustaining ...

Program Manager

Anchorage, AK

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As the Program Manager, you will work on-site in Anchorage and work closely with the Director of Construction Programs and be responsible for strategic leadership to support growing and sustaining ...

Program Manager

Anchorage, AK · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As the Program Manager, you will work on-site in Anchorage and work closely with the Director of Construction Programs and be responsible for strategic leadership to support growing and sustaining ...

Grant-funded work will provide an initial platform for service development, but the position is not limited to a single grant, utility type, or project cohort. The Program Manager will coordinate ...

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How much do program manager social work jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for program manager social work in Anchorage, AK is $109,822.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,200.00 and $135,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Program Manager Social Work vs Case Manager?

AspectProgram Manager Social WorkCase Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Social Work (BSW/MSW), licensure often preferredHigh school diploma or Bachelor's; social work or related field preferred
Work EnvironmentAdministrative settings, community programs, healthcare organizationsClient homes, clinics, hospitals, community agencies
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, government agencies, healthcare providersHospitals, social service agencies, community organizations
Common Search & ComparisonProgram Manager Social Work vs Case Manager

While both roles involve supporting individuals in need, Program Managers Social Work oversee program operations, staff, and strategic planning, often requiring advanced degrees and licensure. Case Managers focus on direct client support, coordinating services and resources. The roles differ mainly in scope and responsibilities but share a foundation in social work principles and client advocacy.

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Infographic showing various Program Manager Social Work job openings in Anchorage, AK as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,822 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Coordinator School Social Work

Anchorage School District

Anchorage, AK • On-site

$59K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Anchorage School District rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

219th of 633 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Position Type:
Professionals and Supervisors/Coordinator School Social Work
Date Posted:
7/27/2026
Location:
MIGRANT EDUCATION
Bargaining Unit: ACE
Work Year: 205 days per year, 12 contract payments
Work Day: 8 hours per day
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: ACE 10, step A to P ($59,179 to $85,349), DOE
Job Summary
The School Social Work Coordinator assists students who are experiencing difficulties that interfere with their ability to attend school, succeed in class, and have positive peer and community relationships. The coordinator facilitates communication and delivery of services between social service agencies, the Anchorage School District assigned school or program, and the child/family in order to increase attendance and promote academic success. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
Job Requirements
The following are required:
  1. A bachelor's degree in social work.
  2. Experience working with at-risk youth.
  3. Experience working with diverse populations.

The following are preferred:
  1. A master's degree in social work.
  2. School counseling or teaching experience.
  3. Minimum of five years of successful social services work experience.
  4. Knowledge of different cultures and various communication and learning styles.
  5. Knowledge of community resources and services to which students and families may be referred.
  6. Demonstrated assessment, evaluation, plan implementation, and record maintenance skills.
  7. Ability to relate to and work successfully with at-risk students, parents, school staff, and community resource staff.
  8. Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member.

Essential Job Functions
  1. Supports school and Anchorage School District programs and services in accordance with ASD goals, policies, and procedures.
  2. Consults and collaborates with community agencies, organizations, and ASD interdisciplinary teams to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  3. Makes social service referrals when appropriate and develops follow-through plans.
  4. Confers with families regarding academic, attendance, health, and social service needs of students.
  5. Addresses family school issues through school visits, phone calls, letters and/or email, and home visits when appropriate.
  6. Arranges transportation on an as-needed basis to support school engagement and social service needs.
  7. Bridges cultural knowledge and promotes social and emotional learning in the classroom and within the larger school environment.
  8. Maintains appropriate documentation including needs assessments and other reports as required.
  9. Provides one-on-one counseling and facilitates problem-solving support groups including but not limited to the areas of drug and alcohol prevention and intervention, conflict resolution and mediation, crisis intervention, grief and loss, anger management, and other building level, individual, and/or group needs.
  10. Creates and maintains confidential program records and organizational systems. Tracks student risk factors associated with dropping out to include attendance and truancy data, discipline data, and academic achievement data.
  11. Compiles data for tracking and evaluation purposes.
  12. Partners with community providers such as university social work programs, local hospitals, and community help agencies to provide resources to the school community.
  13. Coordinates translation services for non-English speaking families.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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