Supervisor of Peer Support Specialist - NEW CRISIS PROGRAMS

Southcentral Foundation (SCF); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcentral Foundation (SCF) in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking a Supervisor of Peer Support Specialists to oversee staff and ensure the delivery of quality behavioral health services. This role involves supervising Peer Support Specialists in Crisis Stabilization and Crisis Residential programs, overseeing skill-building activities, and complying with health requirements for care personnel. A Bachelor's degree and specific certifications are essential, along with a deep understanding of Alaska Native cultures. The position promotes a supportive and educational environment for staff and clients.

Qualifications

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• ACBHC Peer Support Professional II Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop the Peer Support Specialists.
• Work as part of an integrated care team.
• Provide quality therapeutic milieu support and skill-building activities.

Skills

Cultural understanding of Alaska Native people

Supervisory skills

Crisis intervention techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, rehabilitation, or counseling

Alaska Commission for Behavioral Health Certification (ACBHC) Peer Support Professional II Certification

Job description

Supervisor of Peer Support Specialist - NEW CRISIS PROGRAMS

Job Category: Behavioral Health

Requisition Number: SUPER007115

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• Posted : April 28, 2026
• Full-Time

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The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) is actively seeking, Supervisor of Peer Support Specialists to become an integral part of a growing continuum of behavioral health care services. This posting is for two new Programs, Crisis Stabilization (23 hour, 59 min stay) is a short term, high intensity program that accepts walk ins and first responder drop offs. Crisis Residential (7 day stay) is a voluntary and involuntary program for psychiatric stabilization. The Supervisor of Peer Support Specialist is responsible for the supervision, performance and development of the Peer Support Specialists (PSS). This position works as part of an integrated care team with the focus on providing quality therapeutic and culturally acceptable milieu support and skill-building educational activities.

All employees for this position within the Crisis Stabilization and Crisis Residential program will be expected to successfully complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills training upon hire.

Qualifications:

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, rehabilitation, counseling, or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience in behavioral health.
• Alaska Commission for Behavioral Health Certification (ACBHC) Peer Support Professional II (PSP II) Certification.

Native Preference:

Under P.L. 93-638, as amended, the company pursues a policy of Native preference in hiring, contracting and training. SCF Human Resources must receive certification before applicants receive preference.

Employee Health Requirements:

Compliance with our Employee Health procedure is a condition of SCF employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs designated as a Health Care Personnel (HCP) position, requires that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella), Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, and T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis) and COVID-19.

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