About Company:
Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation (BBAHC) is a tribally operated nonprofit health system providing high‑quality, culturally responsive care in Bristol Bay. BBAHC offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to live and work in one of Alaska's most unique and beautiful regions. At BBAHC, employees don't just have jobs they have meaningful careers. Our team members play a vital role in making a measurable difference in rural healthcare while working in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment. We value integrity, compassion, teamwork, and respect for Alaska Native cultures and traditions.
Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional seeking purpose‑driven work, BBAHC provides an opportunity to grow while serving a close‑knit community.
Join us and be part of a team where your work truly matters.
About the Role:
The Community Health Aide plays a vital role in improving public health outcomes by providing direct support and education to diverse communities. This position focuses on bridging gaps between healthcare providers and community members, ensuring access to essential health services and resources. The role involves conducting outreach, facilitating health screenings, and promoting preventive care initiatives tailored to the unique needs of the population. The Community Health Aide collaborates closely with healthcare professionals, local organizations, and government agencies to implement effective health programs. Ultimately, this position aims to empower individuals and families to make informed health decisions, contributing to the overall well-being and resilience of the community.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Skills:
The required skills enable the Community Health Aide to effectively communicate health information and build trust within diverse communities, ensuring outreach efforts are impactful and inclusive. Strong interpersonal skills facilitate collaboration with healthcare providers and community organizations, enhancing program coordination and service delivery. Analytical skills are used daily to collect, interpret, and report health data that inform program improvements and resource allocation. Preferred skills such as multilingual abilities and cultural competency allow the aid to overcome language and cultural barriers, increasing accessibility and engagement. Proficiency with digital tools supports efficient documentation and tracking of community interactions, contributing to data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement of health initiatives.
Working Conditions:
Work hours may vary from part‑time to full‑time based on training level, training requirements, and established clinic hours. The CHA primarily works in an assigned village clinic and consults with a referral physician or supervising healthcare provider via radio, telephone, fax, telemedicine, or email. The position requires sufficient vision, hearing, manual dexterity, mobility, health, and strength to perform frequent handwriting and data entry; use of medical equipment and electronic communication devices; repetitive hand and arm movements; frequent travel by unpressurized aircraft, private vehicles, small boats, snowmachines, or all‑terrain vehicles in all weather conditions; frequent light physical activity (lifting, pushing, pulling up to 20 pounds) and occasional moderate to heavy lifting (20-50 pounds or more); exposure to infectious diseases, blood, bodily fluids, and hazardous situations; and occasional provision of emergency care outside the clinic, including in patients' homes or outdoor environments in all weather conditions.