Programs
Summer Programs
Education Through Inspiration & Fun
The Summer Skills Development Program (SSD) is an innovative program developed by FCSA over ten years ago to provide academic and nonacademic therapeutic activities, as well as vocational and job readiness training to special needs youth during the summer months.
The Summer Work Program focuses on vocational/work skills to explore career interests and aptitude, gain personal skills (soft skills) needed to prepare for employment, and instill a sound work ethic and solid vocational skills by providing them with an opportunity to work in a paid position complete with benefits and responsibilities. Being successful at a job has proven very therapeutic for client workers, providing them with positive employment experience while boosting their self-esteem and resume.
Summer Skills Development (SSD)
Ages 5-12
The Summer Skills Development Program (SSD) at Family Centered Services of Alaska is a structured, engaging summer program designed to help children build social skills, emotional regulation, and confidence through guided activities and positive peer interaction.
SSD is ideal for children who may experience behavioral or mental health challenges, have difficulty following directions, or would benefit from additional social skill support in a safe, encouraging environment.
Program Dates: June 1 – July 29
Children who are Medicaid eligible may qualify for services. Non-Medicaid participants are welcome (fees apply).
Activities May Include:
Hiking, fishing, swimming, sports, biking, movies, and arts & crafts — all supervised by trained staff.
Contact
- Robbi Cline
- (907) 474-0890 Ext. 159
- rcline@fcsa-ak.com
- Robert Butler
- (907) 374-1844
- rbutler@fcsa-ak.com
Summer Work Program (SWP)
Job Skills Program – Ages 14-18
Participants must still be enrolled in school.
This summer, Family Centered Services of Alaska (FCSA) is partnering with the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation to offer a paid job skills program for youth ages 14–17.
Participants will gain hands-on work experience at community job sites while building responsibility, teamwork, and soft employment skills.
Program Dates: June 1 – July 10, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
(Lunch provided, plus two 10-minute breaks)
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Work may include groundskeeping, gardening, organizing materials, small building projects, food boxing, and light cleaning. Many tasks take place outdoors. Appropriate work attire (long pants, full shirts, enclosed shoes) is required.
To express interest, complete the interest form and return it to the Marika Office front desk by May 1, 2026. Selected students will receive a formal job application to be considered for placement.
Contact
- Robbi Cline
- (907) 474-0890 Ext. 159
- rcline@fcsa-ak.com