Social Services Clinician
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 screenings, assessments, diagnoses and treatment planning for patients from birth through elder
- Provide brief therapy and continuing care to strengthen families and support recovery
- Lead and facilitate discharge planning and coordinate ALF or transitional placements
- Collaborate with hospital teams and community partners to ensure seamless transitions of care
- Advocate for clients and assist with complex matters such as Power of Attorney when appropriate
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation to meet state, federal, accreditation and billing standards
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to quality improvement efforts
- Support staff training and help integrate new practices into client services
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or a related discipline from an accredited institution
- Licensed (or in the process of becoming licensed) as an LCSW, LPC, or LMFT
- Valid State of Alaska driver’s license or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Clinical Competency to be completed within 3 months of hire and maintained every three years
- Demonstrated experience in discharge planning, care coordination, case management and clinical documentation
Education
- Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related discipline (accredited institution)
Knowledge & Skills
- Discharge planning and care coordination across the continuum
- Clinical assessment, screening, diagnosis and treatment planning
- Brief therapy approaches and crisis intervention techniques
- Chemical dependency and substance use assessment knowledge
- Familiarity with tribal health principles and cultural wellness
- Strong documentation, compliance and billing documentation practices
- Ability to facilitate multidisciplinary team meetings and patient care conferences
- Client advocacy, skill-building and resource navigation
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Generous paid time off and paid parental leave so you can recharge and be present
- Retirement plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance plus short- and long-term disability protection
- Paid training and support to complete SEARHC Clinical Competency requirements
- Licensure assistance and professional development opportunities to grow your career
- A collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values your expertise and cultural competence
- Meaningful work in Tribal health with benefits that support work-life balance
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Social Services Clinician? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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