Youth Outreach & Prevention Coordinator

The Sitka Ameri Corps Program works to address the high rates of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in rural Alaska by fostering strong developmental relationships with youth. Members support this mission through enrichment activities, academic assistance, mentoring, mental health support, and capacity building efforts. Members typically serve 36–40 hours per week in roles such as tutors, mentors, outreach workers, and community organizers.

Members live in shared co-housing and help maintain a cooperative living environment. Up to 10% of service hours may be spent participating in community activities beyond the primary site—such as clubs, cultural events, tribal organizations, or community groups—to broaden cultural understanding and strengthen community relationships. Given Alaska’s geography and the community based nature of service, members commit to a full term of service, with preference for local applicants.

Leadership development is integral and includes training in self leadership, conflict resolution, and effective service delivery. Sitka is a walkable community, and members primarily travel by foot, bicycle, or public transit. Successful members communicate well with staff, adapt to changing needs, and maintain a collaborative, supportive approach. Strong communication skills—and appropriate gear for local weather—are essential for a positive service experience.

Members serve full-time (36–40 hrs/week), live in shared housing, and primarily walk, bike, or use transit. About 10% of hours support community or cultural activities. Key skills include communication, flexibility, trauma‑informed care, youth development, and cultural responsiveness. Responsibilities include delivering prevention and mental‑health education, building community partnerships, creating inclusive materials, supporting school programs, conducting assessments, and assisting with grants, reporting, and program evaluation.

Members engage in professional development, collaborate with diverse populations, and promote programs through outreach. Requires a related bachelor’s degree or experience, prevention knowledge, background checks, CPR/First Aid, and tech proficiency. Physical demands include light lifting and regular movement. Members also support meetings, agency events, confidentiality, and program sustainability.

• Health Coverage
• Housing
• Training
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Education award upon successful completion of service

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• Education
• Community and Economic Development
• Children/Youth
• Community Outreach

• Community Organization
• Urban Planning
• Counseling
• Teaching/Tutoring
• Communications
• Education
• Writing/Editing
• Recruitment
• Business/Entrepreneur
• Disaster Services
• Veterans
• Public Health
• Architectural Planning
• Team Work
• Trade/Construction
• Environment
• Youth Development
• Medicine
• Law
• Fine Arts/Crafts
• Public Speaking
• Fund raising/Grant Writing
• Non‑Profit Management
• First Aid
• Leadership
• General Skills
• Conflict Resolution
• Social Services
• Computers/Technology