Behavioral Health Clinician I: Growth and Impact

Norton Sound Health Corporation; Alaska; On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Part of Norton Sound Health Corporation in Nome, Alaska, this Mental Health Regular Full-time position provides clinical assessments and treatment planning under supervision of a Clinician II. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, documentation, and coordination of services to meet patients’ physical, emotional, spiritual, social, intellectual, and safety needs.

Requirements include a Master’s in Social Work or related counseling field and eligibility for Alaska licensure (LCSW/LPC/LMFT

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related counseling field
• Must be eligible for Alaska LCSW/LPC/LMFT or equivalent within two years of hire

Responsibilities

• Assess the client’s condition and needs, set outcomes, implement actions to meet needs and evaluate progress
• Provide and document comprehensive assessments identifying client needs with interventions to achieve desirable outcomes
• Advocate for clients/families, facilitate learning, reinforce continued care through teaching/referral
• Arrange clinical services, make referrals, assist in treatment compliance, coordinate with human service agencies
• Maintain quality and efficiency, suggest improvements to supervisor
• Participate in professional growth, attend in-services and meetings
• Collaborate with regional agencies to integrate NSHC Behavioral Health Services
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or related counseling field

Job description

Part of Norton Sound Health Corporation in Nome, Alaska, this Mental Health Regular Full-time position provides clinical assessments and treatment planning under supervision of a Clinician II. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, documentation, and coordination of services to meet patients’ physical, emotional, spiritual, social, intellectual, and safety needs.

Requirements include a Master’s in Social Work or related counseling field and eligibility for Alaska licensure (LCSW/LPC/LMFT