Full-Time

Associate Program Coordinator

Wellness Support Program

Updated on 9/12/2026

SEARHC

SEARHC

11-50 employees

Youth and family behavioral health care

Compensation Overview

$31.11 - $43.64/hr

Sitka, AK, USA

In Person

Associate's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
Electronic Health Records (EHR)

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Requirements
  • An associate degree or equivalent is required.
  • Must hold Chemical Dependency Counselor I certification, or an equivalent certification, from the State of Alaska or a reciprocal state, or be eligible to obtain it within three years of hire.
  • Must have a valid Alaska driver's license.
  • Must be flexible to work evenings and weekends.
  • Must have knowledge of behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment.
  • Must comply with client confidentiality and health information laws.
  • Must be an effective oral and written communicator.
  • Must be skilled in collaborative problem-solving and conflict management.
  • Must have experience identifying and managing crises.
  • Must maintain accurate documentation.
  • Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Must build positive relationships, work effectively with diverse groups, and maintain professional boundaries.
  • Must be proficient with computers, software, and electronic health records.
  • Must manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Must provide leadership and team management.
Responsibilities
  • Support and assist with daily operations to uphold the safety, functionality, and structure of the Wellness Support Program.
  • Educate, guide, and assist staff and clients in understanding and adhering to program rules and expectations.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational, departmental, and program policies and protocols.
  • Directly supervise the team of Resident Support Specialists.
  • Foster and sustain professional relationships with consortium and community partners.
  • Cultivate a collaborative team environment characterized by consistency, cooperation, and effective communication.
  • Plan and coordinate program activities, ensuring resource availability and adherence to established protocols.
  • Establish therapeutic rapport with residents and use fundamental counseling techniques for group and individual management.
  • Facilitate and moderate conflict-resolution processes and encourage healthy communication.
  • Participate in moderate physical, recreational, and community activities that promote recovery.
  • Assist residents in self-administering medications and ensure staff compliance with medication protocols.
  • Pursue ongoing professional development and engage in educational opportunities as directed by the Program Coordinator.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records.
  • Monitor and track expenditures in accordance with budgetary guidelines.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Two years of professional experience and one year of leadership experience in behavioral health or a related field.

Juneau Youth Services provides emergency, residential, and community-based behavioral health care for children, teens, and their families in Alaska. Services are tailored and strengths-based, delivered in home-like, least-restrictive settings where trained caregivers and clinical professionals form therapeutic relationships to support youth development and family functioning. The programs operate under the Teaching Family Model and focus on keeping or reunifying children with their families when appropriate. The organization has about 25 staff and positions itself as the leading youth- and family-focused behavioral health provider in Juneau, aiming to help vulnerable youth succeed and thrive.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Juneau, Alaska

Founded

1961

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Hours