Part-Time Community Health Aide Trainee

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Selawik (AK); On-site; USD 12,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Maniilaq Association in Selawik, Alaska is seeking a Part-Time Community Health Aide Trainee to provide frontline care in village clinics under supervision. Training is required to advance to CHA-I, with travel for CME and training as needed.

The role demands lifting up to 50 lbs, the ability to work under stress, and completion of TABE requirements. Inupiaq language skills are desirable, and non-exempt employment status is possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, and TABE test requirements.
• Willing and able to provide village medical health services under stress.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, and stand/sit for prolonged periods.
• Ability to speak Inupiaq desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides first line health care in village clinic settings under supervision.
• Attend training requirements to advance to higher CHA levels.
• Maintain EMS/CHAM training and assist with acute and preventive care.
• Assist with charting, medication refills, and coordination with health staff.
• Travel to villages for training and CME activities as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Part-Time Community Health Aide Trainee

Job Code:

2026:WLK-004

Location:

Selawik, Alaska

Program:

Community Health Aide Program

FT/PT Status:

Part 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.