Location: Cordova, AK

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 06-01-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shifts (exact times vary based on clinic schedule); typical daytime work with participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation and occasional weekend coverage as needed

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $70 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 comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide outpatient individual, group, and family therapy grounded in best clinical practices
• Deliver crisis intervention and rapid response services to clients in need
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and reporting as required by funders and agency policy
• Coordinate care and case activities with CCMC departments and community partners
• Participate actively in weekly clinical team and staff meetings to support collaborative care
• Engage in community needs assessments and represent the program professionally in local settings
• Carry a caseload and advocate for clients across systems and service providers

Qualifications

• Licensed Master Level Clinician (LMHC/LMFT/LISW or equivalent) as required to practice in Alaska
• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related behavioral health field
• Experience providing assessment, treatment planning, and individual/group/family therapy
• Clinical experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment and crisis intervention
• Strong clinical documentation skills and familiarity with federal/state behavioral health regulations
• Ability to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and collaborate with community agencies

Education

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health field

Knowledge & Skills

• Comprehensive assessment and treatment planning
• Individual, group, and family therapy techniques
• Crisis intervention and rapid response
• Clinical documentation and case coordination
• Knowledge of DBH and applicable federal/state regulations
• Community needs assessment, interagency coordination, and client advocacy
• Participation in treatment teams and case conferencing

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values YOU
• Professional development and licensure assistance
• Continuing education opportunities and clinical supervision
• Meaningful work with direct impact in a close-knit community
• Flexible scheduling to help balance work and life
• Opportunity to practice in a unique Alaskan setting and expand clinical experience

Travel Perks: Explore Cordova, AK

Cordova offers unforgettable coastal Alaskan experiences. Explore Prince William Sound by boat, enjoy world-class fishing and kayaking, take glacier and wildlife viewing trips, and hike local trails for panoramic scenery. Enjoy small-town seafood culture, community events, and excellent opportunities for photography, birding, and aurora viewing in season. For those who love outdoor adventure and a close community vibe, Cordova is a special place to live and work.

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