Youth Outreach & Prevention Coordinator

The Sitka AmeriCorps 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. Member Duties 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. Deliver prevention and mental‑health education. Build community partnerships. Create inclusive materials. Support school programs. Conduct assessments. Assist with grants, reporting, and program evaluation. Engage in professional development. Collaborate with diverse populations. Promote programs through outreach. Require a related bachelor’s degree or experience, prevention knowledge, background checks, CPR/First Aid, and tech proficiency. Light physical demands including lifting and regular movement. Support meetings, agency events, confidentiality, and program sustainability. Program Benefits Health Coverage Housing Training Childcare assistance if eligible Education award upon successful completion of service Terms None Service Areas Education Community and Economic Development Children/Youth Community Outreach Skills 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 Program Information Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National Program: Youth Outreach & Prevention Coordinator Program Start/End Date: 09/01/2026 - 08/31/2027 Work Schedule: Full Time Age Requirement: Minimum 22, Maximum 99 Program Locations: ALASKA Accepting Applications: From 03/01/2026 To 08/31/2027 Contact: Sarah Lawrie 601 Halibut Point Rd Sitka AK 99835 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr AmeriCorps