Mental Health Clinician / Case Manager (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)

Reliatus Behavioral Health; Alaska; On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 5–8 weeks first year

Student loan repayment

4x10-hour shifts

Health & malpractice insurance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Reliatus Behavioral Health is hiring a Mental Health Clinician (Case Manager) in Anchorage or Fairbanks, Alaska. You will assess client needs, develop comprehensive care plans, and coordinate services with multidisciplinary teams to support complex emotional and behavioral health cases.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and active Alaska licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) or eligibility for licensure.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and develop tailored care plans.
• Coordinate with social workers, doctors, and psychologists to plan health services.
• Research, refer, and maintain relationships with community resources and government agencies.
• Maintain precise clinical documentation and scheduling within EHR systems.

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field

Tools

EHR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reliatus Behavioral Health | Alaska (Anchorage & Fairbanks Locations)

Practice Type: Community Behavioral Health & Integrated Case Management

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity & Reliatus Behavioral Health

Reliatus Behavioral Health is a leading national recruiting organization specializing in supporting behavioral health organizations to find top clinical talent. We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Clinicians (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) to join our client's growing teams in Anchorage and Fairbanks, Alaska. This role offers a unique blend of direct practice, case management, and unparalleled work-life balance through an industry-leading benefits package.

• Salary: $72,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Incentive Bonus: Up to 10% of salary per quarter.
• Exceptional Time Off: 5 weeks of PTO in the first year, increasing to 8 weeks in the second year and beyond.
• Student Loan Repayment: Access to state and federal student loan forgiveness programs.
• Schedule Flexibility: Flexible scheduling options available, including 4x10-hour shift configurations.
• Health & Malpractice Insurance: Low-cost, comprehensive health insurance plus full malpractice insurance coverage.
• Professional Development: Annual professional development budget, paid time off for CEUs, and provided supervision for clinicians working toward LCSW, LPC, or LMFT licensure.

Why Consider This Role?

• Incredible Work-Life Balance: Generous time off (up to 8 weeks) allowing you to fully enjoy Alaska's outdoor lifestyle.
• Licensure Support: Complete clinical supervision provided for associate-level clinicians seeking independent state licensure.
• Dual Location Options: Opportunities situated in two of Alaska's most vibrant communities—Anchorage and Fairbanks.
• Impactful Community Work: Manage complex cases while building vital community support networks and new behavioral health programs.

Position Summary

The Mental Health Clinician (Case Manager) is responsible for the overall well-being and coordination of care for clients with complex emotional and behavioral health needs. You will be directly involved in assessing client needs, developing comprehensive strategies, and connecting clients to critical community, government, and clinical resources. Your work will involve planning health services, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (social workers, doctors, psychologists), and scheduling treatment/recovery programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Management: Assess individual client needs and develop tailored, impactful strategies and care plans.
• Resource Coordination: Research, refer, and maintain strong working relationships with support networks, government agencies, and community resources.
• Crisis Response: Triage and assign appropriate social workers or clinical staff to respond to crisis situations involving children and vulnerable adults.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Determine appropriate courses of action for clients while coordinating care alongside social workers, psychologists, and medical doctors.
• Program Development: Evaluate existing services and create new programs or services to benefit clients and the broader community.
• Advocacy & Outreach: Listen, provide advice, and actively advocate for clients while partnering with policymakers to raise awareness for supportive community policies.
• Administrative Management: Maintain precise clinical documentation, file organization, and client data tracking within EHR systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• Licensure: Active Alaska state licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) OR ability to obtain Alaska licensure (including associate-level candidates seeking supervision).
• Technical Skills: Proficient computer skills, including Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Personal Attributes: Highly organized, empathetic, nonjudgmental, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with complex cases. Must be self-directed with a drive for community engagement.

About Anchorage & Fairbanks, Alaska

The wilderness is calling! Whether you choose the coastal urban energy of Anchorage or the heartland adventure of Fairbanks, Alaska offers an extraordinary lifestyle.

• Anchorage features a thriving arts scene, diverse culinary options, and immediate access to the Chugach Mountains, world-class hiking, skiing, and ocean access.
• Fairbanks serves as the gateway to the Interior and Arctic, renowned for its tight-knit community feel, incredible views of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis), hot springs, and rich Alaskan heritage.

Both communities offer a welcoming atmosphere, an exceptional quality of life, and unmatched natural beauty.

Reliatus Behavioral Health and its client partners are Equal Opportunity Employers. We value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.