Growth Coordinator

Alaska Behavioral Health; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (2 options)

401k with up to 5% match

PTO: 5 weeks first year; 8 weeks after

Job summary

Alaska Behavioral Health in Anchorage is seeking a Growth Coordinator to support hydroponic and outdoor growing operations, lead and train Operations Associates and Apprentices, and translate activity needs into staffing and material prep. You will maintain clean, safe growing spaces and assist in hands‑on horticultural activities.

The role supports therapeutic and educational programs within our Seeds of Change initiative.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years' experience in coordinating and leading groups.
• Strong background in horticulture, greenhouse operations, or sustainable agriculture.
• Experience supervising staff or youth in a work‑based or educational setting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Adaptability to work in a changing environment with diverse populations.
• Calm, dependable, and team-oriented.
• Enjoys horticulture, hands‑on work, and helping others develop practical skills.
• Comfortable in therapeutic or clinical‑adjacent spaces.
• Comfortable coordinating people, priorities, and day‑to‑day operational needs.
• Able to model professionalism and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily hydroponic greenhouse and outdoor growing operations, including plant care and crop planning.
• Provide daily directions, training, and support to Operations Associates and Apprentices.
• Maintain safe, organized, and functional growing spaces, equipment, supplies, and activity stations.
• Work with the Service Coordinator to prepare spaces for groups, field trips, volunteers, and scheduled use of Seeds.
• Lead or support hands‑on horticultural activities and tours as needed.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Group coordination

Staff supervision

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Hands-on work

Therapeutic spaces comfort

Education

Bachelor's degree

5+ years coordinating groups

Job description

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Full-Time Professional Anchorage, AK, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $31.97 Hourly

Who We Are

Our mission is to strengthen Alaska communities and improve the lives of our clients by delivering exceptional behavioral healthcare services.

We believe all Alaskans, with all mental health and addiction needs should have access to the best possible care. We are committed to helping Alaskan’s recover.

About the Team

Alaska Seeds of Change provides horticultural programming and flexible activity spaces for AKBH providers to utilize with their clients.

Our team maintains the growing systems, hydroponic operations, and shared environments that make these opportunities possible. In addition to cultivating plants and sustaining productive growing spaces, Seeds staff support in developing workplace and operational skills through hands‑on learning experiences.

By preparing and maintaining activity spaces, supporting therapeutic and educational programming, and fostering meaningful opportunities for participation, Seeds of Change helps create an environment where individuals can learn, contribute, build confidence, and grow alongside their communities.

Position Summary

The Growth Coordinator supports the core operations of our hydroponic and outdoor growing systems, performing essential tasks such as planting, harvesting, packaging, and general maintenance. This position helps maintain functional, clean, and welcoming growing spaces that support Seeds operations and activities. The Growth Coordinator provides daily direction and hands‑on training to the Operations Associates and Apprentices, supports their skill development, and works closely with the Service Coordinator to translate scheduled activity needs into organized staffing, space, station, and material preparation.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate daily hydroponic greenhouse, and outdoor growing operations, including plant care, crop planning, harvesting, systems maintenance.
• Provide daily directions, training, and support to Operations Associates and Apprentices.
• Maintain safe, organized, and functional growing spaces, equipment, supplies, and activity stations.
• Work closely with the Service Coordinator to prepare growing spaces and plant‑based activities for scheduled groups, field trips, volunteers, and other scheduled use of Seeds.
• Lead or support hands‑on horticultural activities, tours, field trips, and other Seeds activities as needed.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager and Service Coordinator to support smooth day-to-
• day operations and program coverage.

Good To Know

• Position is based in Anchorage, Alaska
• Full-Time, Non-Exempt
• Pay Range: $25.00 - $31.97
• Typical schedule is Monday – Friday. Schedule may vary based on activities or operational needs
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance is Available – Professional Growth is encouraged!
• AKBH offers generous benefits including two healthcare options for employees and their dependent children, 401k with immediate vesting and up to 5% match, 4% automatically contributed by AKBH. PTO is accrued at the rate of five (5) weeks of PTO for the first year; eight (8) weeks of PTO after the first year. PTO is used for recognized holidays.

What We Need from You

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or 5 + years' experience in coordinating and leading groups
• Strong background in horticulture, greenhouse operations, or sustainable agriculture
• Experience supervising staff or youth in a work‑based or educational setting
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Adaptability to work in a changing environment with diverse populations
• Calm, dependable, and team-oriented
• Enjoys horticulture, hands‑on work, and helping others develop practical skills
• Comfortable in therapeutic or clinical‑adjacent spaces
• Comfortable coordinating people, priorities, and day‑to‑day operational needs
• Able to model professionalism and flexibility

Growth Potential :

• Horticulture and controlled environment agriculture
• Operations and workflow coordination
• Staff training, mentorship, and workforce development
• Behavioral health-informed workplace practices
• Operations in a therapeutic environment

Alaska Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.