Community Health Aide Trainee

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Point Hope (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Maniilaq Association in Point Hope, Alaska, is seeking a Community Health Aide Trainee to provide frontline health services in village clinics under supervision. The role supports trainees to advance through CHAP levels with required training and certifications, while meeting scope-of-practice guidelines and reporting to the CHP/Clinic Supervisor.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to complete TABE, and willingness to travel for training and CME activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and ability to complete required TABE testing.
• Willing to attend scheduled training and meet CHAP program requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work under pressure in village clinic settings.

Responsibilities

• Provides first line of health care in the village clinic setting under supervision.
• Attend CHAP training and advance to higher CHA levels as trained.
• Assist with acute and emergency care within scope of CHAM training and supervision.
• Maintain clinic records, supplies, and basic pharmacy operations as trained.
• Travel to villages for training and CME activities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maniilaq Association isa P.L. 93-638 Native/Indian Preference/EEO Employer

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Community Health Aide Trainee

Job Code

2026:PHO-015

Location

Point Hope, Alaska

Program

Community Health Aide Program

FT/PT Status

Full Time

Job Responsibilities

Maniilaq Association

5/2026

Title: Community Health Aide Trainee Pay Grade: 26

Program: Community Health Aide Program Status: Non-Exempt

Housing Priority: None Covered: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides first line of health care in the village clinic setting under the guidance of the Clinic Supervisor, higher level certified CHA, and CHP C/I. Must be readily available to attend the training requirements to advance to a level CHA-I. Must work within scope of practice and cannot exceed the level of training completed. Reports directly to the CHP/Clinic Supervisor or designee.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works scheduled hours in clinic as arranged by Clinic Supervisor and/or CHAP Administration.
• Must complete training requirements for the following: Community Health Aide Manual (CHAM) training, Pre-Session, and ETT or EMT training prior to being scheduled for health aide session training.
• After successful completion of Pre-Session can obtain vital signs for higher level CHA’s and/or the Medical Staff providers.
• Must maintain EMS certification to provide emergency assistance to higher level CHA’s and/or mid-level providers.
• Assists with Acute and Emergency care per CHAM at level of training.This includes but is not limited to:
  • Assists Clinic Supervisor and higher level CHA’s with evaluation, documentation on PEF and treatment of acute health problems.
  • Preventive patient care per CHAM at level of training by observing higher level providers who provide patient care.
  • Provide assistance to PHN as needed.
  • Provide assistance to the WIC Program for eligible clients.
• Chronic patient care per CHAM at level of training which includes:
  • Assists with monitoring patients on long‑term medications.
  • Assists with providing medication refills in coordination with MHC Pharmacy for the higher level providers.
• Provide health administration at level of training, which includes:
  • Daily medical logs for each patient encounter for WIC and medication refills.
  • Replenish supplies for the exam and lab rooms.
  • Maintains clinic pharmacy, medical supplies, and forms.
  • Clean medical equipment and exam rooms using standard guidelines.
• Performs and/or assumes other job related duties as needed.
• Must attend and successfully complete all health aide session training.
• Demonstrate a positive role model representing CHAP and his/her respective community.
• Travel to villages as needed for training purposes and to maintain CME’s.

Job Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent, and must successfully complete the TABE test requirements. Must attend training as scheduled. Willing and able to provide village medical health services on a routine and emergency basis and the ability to provide services under stressful situations. Ability to lift 50lbs, stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time. Ability to speak Inupiaq desirable.

Other Job Information (if applicable)

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of people in this job, and the employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To essential duties and meet the physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these conditions.