Counselor Jobs in Alaska
Across 65 live Counselor listings in Alaska, median advertised pay is $120K (75th percentile $130K), based on the 33 that state a salary; Alaska ranks 3rd of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Providence (16), Goldbelt (10), Gotham Enterprises (8).
65+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 21, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 33 roles pay ~$120k median with 6.4/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Mental Health Clinician - Family Therapist
Presbyterian Hospitality HouseFairbanks, AK
Behavioral Health Clinician - Licensed
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)Sitka, AK
Behavioral Health Clinician
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)Juneau, AK
Senior Mental Health Counselor Masters - Providence Behavioral Health
Substance Use Disorder Therapist- Adult Inpatient Residential- Fairbanks- North
Community Health NetworkFairbanks, AK
Substance Use Disorder Therapist- Family Counseling- Fairbanks- North
Community Health NetworkFairbanks, AK
Counselor - Long Term Substitute (All Grades)
North Slope Borough School DistrictNorth Slope Borough, AK
Mental Health Counselor Bachelors *Part time* - Providence Adolescent Residential Treatment
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMFT, LCSW, LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Mental Health Counselor Bachelors - Providence Youth Behavioral Health Center
ProvidenceAnchorage, AK, United States
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Counselor Pay in Alaska: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Alaska today, then Alaska against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 65
- Live median
- $120k
- 75th $130k · n=33
- 12-mo median
- $96k
- Pay rank
- #3 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.4/10 · #46
- 12-mo postings
- 165
Counselor roles in Alaska advertise $20k above the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs AK | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska (this page) | $96k | — | 5.4/10 | 165 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$3k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$0k | 5.6/10 | 206 |
| Delaware#4 | $90k | −$6k | 6.9/10 | 244 |
| Mississippi#5 | $90k | −$6k | 5.4/10 | 238 |
| Arkansas#6 | $89k | −$7k | 5.7/10 | 269 |
| New Hampshire#7 | $85k | −$11k | 6.3/10 | 275 |
| Louisiana#8 | $85k | −$11k | 5.5/10 | 332 |
“borders” = shares a border with Alaska; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 21, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Providence (16), Goldbelt (10), Gotham Enterprises (8)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Counselor jobs in Alaska.
How much do counselors earn in Alaska?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of counselors. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid counselor jobs available?
Yes — about 5% of current counselors listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which counselor jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every counselor role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 25% with no on-call and 20% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Alaska right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Providence, Presbyterian Hospitality House, SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC), Community Health Network, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Alaska are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 65 counselors positions in Alaska listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Counselor Jobs in Alaska
Goldbelt10 open roles here · WLB 75/100Gotham Enterprises8 open roles here · WLB 96/100
Leidos3 open roles here · WLB 76/100
- SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)3 open roles here · WLB 60/100
- Community Health Network2 open roles here · WLB 69/100
- PPresbyterian Hospitality House2 open roles here
Acadia1 open role here · WLB 75/100