Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Behavioral Health
Sitka, Alaska
Mount Edgecumbe Hospital

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Behavioral Health) - Contract

Location: Sitka, Alaska
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide behavioral health support by conducting mental health evaluations, preparing treatment plans, and offering crisis counseling. Work directly with patients and families to address psycho-social needs, coordinate care, and connect patients with community resources. Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge processes. Maintain timely and compliant documentation in electronic health records.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health evaluations and crisis counseling
• Prepare treatment plans and document assessments
• Support patients and families with education and therapeutic interventions
• Coordinate discharge planning and referrals for home or social services
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community agencies
• Manage assigned caseload and maintain regulatory compliance
• Provide advocacy, outreach, and linkage to essential community services
• Maintain confidentiality and professional communication
• Work with diverse populations, including those with addictions, homelessness, and severe mental illness

Required Qualifications

• Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license in Alaska
• Minimum 2 years of Licensed Clinical Social Worker experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience in both inpatient and outpatient healthcare social work settings

Additional Information

• Must live at least 50 miles from the work location to be eligible
• No housing or travel accommodations provided

Experience Requirements

• Behavioral Health Social Work: Minimum 4 years (highest requirement applied)
• Prior travel experience: Not required

This position is ideal for experienced LCSWs seeking a contract role focused on behavioral health and crisis intervention in a community setting.