POSITION: RHTP Student Facilitator

CLASSIFICATION: Classified/Hourly

DAYS/MONTHS 260 Days

POSITION TYPE:  In-Person

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*This position is a grant-funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued grant funding, program need, and applicable approvals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required; bachelor’s degree in education, human services, youth development or related field preferred.

Experience: Experience mentoring or supervising adolescents or young adults in residential, school, youth program or travel settings preferred. Experience supporting students from rural Alaska communities preferred.

Knowledge and Skills: Strong judgment, communication, relationship building and conflict resolution skills; ability to maintain boundaries, confidentiality and culturally responsive student support.

Other Requirements: Ability to work evenings, weekends and multi-day assignments and travel as required; valid driver’s license and district background check and employment requirements. First aid and CPR certification preferred or ability to obtain.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Student Facilitator supports students traveling from rural Alaska communities to Fairbanks for healthcare education and career exploration. The position helps students adjust to residence hall living, academic routines and unfamiliar settings, and provides consistent mentorship, supervision and practical support during program activities, including evenings, weekends and multi-day experiences.

DUTIES & EXPECTATIONS

1. Welcome students on arrival and help them understand residence hall expectations, daily routines, schedules and available support.

2. Build supportive relationships with students and maintain culturally responsive communication that respects their home communities and family connections.

3. Provide assigned student supervision during extended-day, evening, weekend and multi-day activities, including residence hall periods and approved travel.

4. Help students navigate campus resources, academic expectations, study routines, meals, transportation and program schedules.

5. Observe student engagement and well-being, respond to homesickness or adjustment concerns, and refer students to appropriate staff or services.

6. Coordinate with the Health Career Coach, school staff, families and educational partners to address attendance, participation and persistence barriers.

7. Accompany and support students during healthcare career exploration, campus visits, work-based learning and other approved program activities.

8. Help organize daily logistics, check-ins, student movement, materials, transportation and activity schedules in coordination with program staff.

9. Document participation and relevant student support contacts accurately while protecting confidentiality and following district procedures.

10. Apply district student safety, residence hall, travel and incident reporting protocols; promptly escalate health, safety or discipline concerns.

11. Support students in resolving routine interpersonal challenges and connecting with trusted adults and campus or community resources.

12. Participate in program planning, partner meetings and improvement activities related to the student residential experience.

13. Perform other related duties as assigned.

EQUIPMENT USED

Standard office equipment, computers, video conferencing and student information systems; program and residence hall equipment as assigned.

INDEPENDENT DECISIONS

Makes routine decisions within School Board policy, district procedures, grant requirements, student safety protocols and assigned program responsibilities. Refers significant safety, health and disciplinary matters to the appropriate administrator or emergency service.

PRIMARY WORKING CONTACTS

Students, families, YKSD school staff, CTE and PATH staff, postsecondary partners, healthcare providers, workforce partners and community organizations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives oral and written direction from the assigned supervisor. Does not routinely supervise employees; provides student supervision during assigned activities.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS

The schedule includes extended days, evenings, weekends, overnight or multi-day activities and travel as assigned. The position may accompany students within Alaska, including travel by small aircraft and during variable weather.

EVALUATION

Annual written evaluation based on district expectations, position responsibilities and progress toward RHTP/PATH program outcomes.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, speaking, listening and computer use; occasional lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds. Requires sound judgment, confidentiality, organization and calm responses to student needs and changing schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified applicants.

BENEFITS:

YKSD Website:  https://www.yksd.com/