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Alaska Native and American Indian health care assistants explore potential health care, administrative, and related careers and receive support in achieving educational goals through the Raise Program. Health care assistants also engage in cultural activities and learn through meaningful worksite experiences.

APPLY: 2026 Summer Raise Program Health Care Assistant applications are open  March 23-April 24.

  1. Fill out the online SCF application:
    • Click on Job Openings.
    • Apply for Health Care Assistant position.
    • Answer all the questions on the application.
  2. Once the online SCF application is complete, a Youth Programs application link will be sent via email to eligible applicants.

Eligibility requirements:

  • 14 to 17 years of age.
  • Alaska Native or American Indian
  • Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) or proof of Tribal enrollment.
  • Enrolled in or entering high school (9th grade or higher).
  • 2.0 Grade Point Average. Supported by a historical transcript from a school.
  • Must be able to complete SCF Employee Health requirements including current vaccinations.
  • Understand and follow the importance of regular attendance for all participants.

The paid health care assistant positions will be offered for two summer sessions.

Session one

  • Ages: 16-17 years of age
  • Dates: June 1-June 26, M-F, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • There is the opportunity to continue working at SCF throughout the summer for those who demonstrate exceptional professionalism and employability.

Session two

  • Ages: 14-15 years of age
  • Dates: July 13-Aug. 7, M-F, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Complete and submit the Raise Program Health Care Assistant application with the required documentation by April 24, 2026.

Job Openings

Past Participant Testimonials

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Kaylex Estacion, 2018

“Raise has helped me to have a better understanding on what it is like in professional workforce.”

Rebekkah Standifer, 2018

“My favorite thing about Raise is the teaching and acceptance of Alaska Native culture.”

Korrin Nyren, 2018

“Raise has given me the opportunity to improve myself and skills in life.”

Lauren Ross, 2018

“Raise has taught me how to be responsible with my money and time.”

Noah Gordon, 2018

“My favorite thing about Raise is the good work experience it gives, and the head start for young Native Americans.”

Brittany Rutherford, 2016

“My experiences with Raise helped me find the perfect job for my ultimate goal in life, which is to go to college to become a nurse or doctor.”

Hannah Wilson, 2016

“The Raise Program encourages Alaska Native youth to push past our social and educational difficulties to become successful in all areas of life.”

Sharissa Graciani, 2020

“My favorite thing about Raise is how everyone encourages you to do your best and achieve your goals.”

Adrian Hanson, 2020

“Raise gives the youth opportunities for involvement in their communities and also gives them the work experience needed to prepare them for life after high school.”

Jonah Revere, 2021

“Southcentral Raise program is an extensive, fun, and productive program to teach business skills to our native community. Thank you for teaching me.”

Jayden “Joji” Ennis-Cochran, 2021

“The feeling of family does it for me. Whenever I’d join a session or walk into the office, I felt like everyone around me was a part of my family and that I could trust them. They don’t treat you like an employee; they treat you like one of them. Forever love for the program.”