Location: Anchorage, AK

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 05-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 4x10 night shifts, 7:00 PM - 5:30 AM, 4 shifts per week (includes every other weekend); night shift

Hours per Week: 60

Candidate Pay Rate: $57 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychosocial and biopsychosocial assessments to understand patient needs
• Develop person centered discharge plans and coordinate safe transitions of care
• Perform safety planning and screen for suicidality, intervening when necessary
• Provide brief clinical interventions and crisis support in the emergency setting
• Navigate community resources and refer patients to appropriate services
• Collaborate closely with RN case managers and the interdisciplinary team
• Document assessments, interventions, and discharge plans accurately in Epic
• Complete required reports of harm in accordance with state statutes
• Support pediatric and adult patients with age appropriate approaches and referrals

Qualifications

• LMSW or LCSW required; pending Alaska license is accepted
• Master of Social Work from a CSWE accredited program preferred
• Minimum 1 year experience required; acute care experience is mandatory
• Emergency Room experience preferred and ER care management experience a plus
• Comfortable working nights and able to cover every other weekend
• Ability to float within scope to meet facility needs
• Proficient with Epic or other electronic charting systems
• Familiarity with state reporting requirements and protective services
• Strong communication, documentation, and care coordination skills

Education

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE accredited program

Knowledge & Skills

• Psychosocial and biopsychosocial assessment
• Discharge planning and care coordination
• Safety planning and suicidality screening
• Brief clinical interventions and crisis intervention
• Resource navigation including Medicaid, Medicare, housing and community programs
• Experience with Epic charting and clinical documentation
• Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) and Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) familiarity
• NASW Code of Ethics and culturally competent practice
• Collaborative work with interdisciplinary teams and RN case managers
• Knowledge of major disease processes and social determinants of health

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your move smoother
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you save for the future
• Life insurance and short term disability options for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off so you can recharge between shifts
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your AK license
• Relocation and travel logistics support to help you settle in quickly
• Access to a supportive interdisciplinary team that values your expertise
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
• Referral bonus program to reward you for helping grow the team

Travel Perks: Explore Anchorage, AK

Anchorage is an outdoor lover's playground. Enjoy easy access to Tony Knowles Coastal Trail for scenic bike rides, Chugach State Park for hiking and mountain views, and the Alaska Native Heritage Center to connect with local culture. Winter brings chances to see the Northern Lights, and day trips to Denali or Kenai Fjords make for unforgettable weekends. You can try fishing, wildlife viewing, dog sled tours, and local seafood at community markets and restaurants. In short, there is plenty to explore between shifts.

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