Location: Sitka, AK

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 02-03-2026

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Days, Full Time (exact start/end times not specified)

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 screening, clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for clients from birth through elder
• Deliver brief therapy and set up continuing care to support lasting recovery and wellness
• Lead and co-facilitate patient care conferences and drive discharge planning for transitional placements
• Coordinate care with hospital teams and local community partners to secure the right services for each patient
• Provide client advocacy and assist with complex matters such as Power of Attorney when relevant
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in electronic and paper records in line with state, federal and accreditation standards
• Support quality management initiatives, participate in trainings, and help integrate best practices into client care
• Assist with provider enrollment, billing duties assigned by lead clinical staff, and multidisciplinary collaboration

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or a related discipline from an accredited institution
• Licensed as, or actively pursuing licensure as, an LCSW, LPC, or LMFT
• Valid State of Alaska Driver's License or ability to obtain within six months of hire
• Must be 21 years of age
• Clinical competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years thereafter
• Demonstrated experience with discharge planning, care coordination, and case management (experience level discussed during interview)

Education

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related discipline

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong skills in discharge planning and care coordination across the continuum of care
• Proven ability to perform clinical assessments, screenings, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Comfort with brief therapy techniques and appropriate referral practices
• Familiarity with documentation regulations, accreditation requirements, and hospital billing standards
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with tribal health partners
• Cultural competency in Tribal health settings and sensitivity to community wellness approaches
• Experience with both electronic and paper medical records and basic provider enrollment/billing tasks

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Retirement plan to help you build long-term security
• Paid time off so you can recharge and be your best
• Paid parental leave to support growing families
• Life insurance and short- & long-term disability for peace of mind
• Supportive, mission-driven team focused on Tribal health and community wellness
• Professional development opportunities and a culture that values growth
• Licensure support and a pathway to meet clinical competency requirements

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