About Us

Family Centered Services of Alaska (FCSA) is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) corporation founded in 1989 by Fairbanks, Alaska community members committed to helping children with a wide spectrum of behavioral and mental health needs. Today, FCSA has over 100 employees dedicated to our mission of providing unconditional care to children and their families.

FCSA provides behavioral health and mental health services to youth aged 5-19. Services include outpatient therapy, education, foster care, and short or long-term residential treatment. FCSA is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and was one of the first organizations to be licensed by the state to establish, recruit, and monitor foster homes.

Smart Start Learning Center is a subsidiary of FCSA and provides daytime care to families in our community. Employees of FCSA are eligible to enroll their children in childcare services and enjoy a discount on their monthly tuition (contingent on enrollment availability).

About the Job

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Aide to support students at YESS Elementary and Secondary schools. This role requires you to work directly with students, providing on-site support and implementing individualized service plans.

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Motivates and encourages children to complete required treatment milieu activities as identified by each child’s Individualized Service Plan, (ISP).
• Provides outreach services as a primary worker with clients, parents, and families.
• Performs duties of Teacher aide.
• Develops positive empathic relationship with clients.
• Serves as a positive role model for clients.
• Accompanies clients during travel to and from school, activities, court hearings, and appointments as needed
• Assists in planning and implementation of recreational, educational, and vocational activities.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, or overnights.
• Provides crisis intervention when needed.
• Assists in the development of Individual Education Plan (IEP), under the direction of the Special Education Teacher.
• Assists in records development and maintenance.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED is the minimum required education for this position.
• Associate degree in psychology, social work, justice, guidance and counseling, sociology, education or other human service field is preferred but not mandatory.
• Two years of experience working with children is preferred.
• Current Alaska driver’s license and clean driving record in accordance with FCSA policy limitations/restrictions. Adequate transportation is needed for this role, to escort clients to and from appointments, etc.
• Freedom from criminal convictions that may, in the judgment of FCSA management, adversely affect the employee's ability to work safely with children, contingent on a fingerprint and/or records check.

This position is a driving position. Applicants will be required to submit a driving record if selected for the position.

All applicants must be at least 21 years of age due to State of AK regulations and must pass a State of AK Background Check.

Family Centered Services of Alaska Benefits:

Family Centered Services of Alaska provides on the job training, career advancement opportunities, and tuition reimbursement for employees looking to further their education in behavioral health related fields. FCSA offers a full benefits package including paid time off, medical & dental insurance, vision reimbursement, life & disability insurance, and a generous retirement plan. Employees of FCSA are eligible to enroll their children in FCSA’s Smart Start Learning Center for daytime child-care at a discount (contingent upon learning center availability).

FCSA is a nonprofit organization that is tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employees working for Family Centered Services of Alaska qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for federal student loans. For more information on how to qualify, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#pslf-process

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.24 - $20.51 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• All applicants must be 21 years of age or older and be able to pass a background check conducted by the State of Alaska. Do you meet these requirements?
• Do you currently live in the state of AK, our local area?

Experience:

• Behavioral health: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person