Coordinator / Instructor

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Kotzebue (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Maniilaq Association seeks a Coordinator/Instructor to enhance patient care in village clinics through CHAP training and clinical supervision. The role may base in Kotzebue or village settings, requiring travel for visits and coverage to support CHAP teams.

Responsibilities include developing training curricula, maintaining CME/CHA/P training records, and coordinating program activities to meet Joint Commission standards and improve clinic operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and CHP certification in good standing.
• Two years of clinical practice experience required.
• Knowledge of Inupiaq culture, language, and customs preferred; willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Train CHAPs and supervise clinical encounters in village clinics.
• Coordinate and conduct pre-session training.
• Travel to villages to evaluate and support CHAP staff.
• Assist with CHAP program operations and compliance with Joint Commission requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Training delivery

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Board Certified CHP

Job description

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

Job Code:

2026:OTZ-176

Location:

Kotzebue, Alaska

Program:

Community Health Aide Program

FT/PT Status:

Full Time

Job Responsibilities:

MANIILAQ ASSOCIATION

5/2026

Title: Coordinator/Instructor Pay Grade: 31

Program: Community Health Aide Program Status: Exempt

Housing Priority: None Covered: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of CHAP Program Manager or designee, this position is responsible for improving the quality of patient encounters at village clinics through training and clinical supervision of Maniilaq CHAPs. Facilitates teamwork throughout the CHAP Program with particular attention to assigned villages. Travels to villages to evaluate, train and provide coverage. This position may be based in the village or Kotzebue.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains routine contact with assigned village clinics.
• Models above the line behavior and communicates/interacts with City and IRA offices regarding clinic issues.
• Makes 3 C/I visits to assigned village and one visit to each remaining village per year to accomplish training and support activities (utilizing C/I village checklist).
• Reviews patient-encounter forms (PEFs) from assigned villages: Monitor thoroughness of documentation and practices within scope and correct use of medical standing orders (MSOs).
• Participates in CHAP team plan including planning, monitoring and data collection.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary work teams that support CHAPs and improve program operations.
• Assists CHAPs with academic opportunities.
• Coordinates and/or conducts Pre-session Training.
• Responsible for one or more of these activities to be divided among Coordinator/Instructors:
• Develops training curricula as needed and delivers courses for CME
• Maintains training files(CMEs) for all CHPs
• Maintains clinical-visit files for all clinics
• Tracks essential CHA/P training and certificate expiration dates and assists with CHA/P recertification applications.
• Participate in statewide CHAP Program efforts that affect Maniilaq CHP’s, on one or more of the following:
• Academic Review Committee
• CHAM Revision Committee
• CHAP Training Center Review & Approval Committee
• Participates in multidisciplinary inspections that ensure Joint Commission accreditation of village clinics.
• Assists assigned clinics with properly submitting maintenance work orders and follows them to completion.

Job Qualifications:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or equivalent plus must be Board Certified and a Community Health Practitioner (CHP) in good standing. Two years of clinical practice experience. Training experience preferred. Knowledge of Inupiaq culture, language and customs preferred. Must be innovative and open to new ideas. Have a positive outlook and be able to interact with a diverse group of co-workers and patients. Dependable, open, honest, willing to take that extra minute to give feedback in a warm and caring way.

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.