Behavioral Health Directing Clinician, Licensed (Masters) - Opioid Treatment Program

Mental Health TherapyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$44/hour

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Job Description

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary

This position is located in Bethel, and provides supervision to Behavioral Health Clinicians, Case-Managers, and Counselors. Responsible for collaborating with the Directing Village Clinical Supervisor on referrals to the villages. Provide supervision and clinical direction to Family Center and Intake Department.

Provides clinical services, including integrated assessments, mental health assessments, maintaining caseload, treatment, referrals, supervision ( as assigned), and collaboration. Carry out administrative duties as directed by Director of Outpatient Services in Behavioral Health.

Position Qualifications

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential job element satisfactorily. The components listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Nursing with a specialty in Mental Health.
  • Clinical supervisory experience preferred.
  • Three (3) years clinical experience providing various behavioral health direct services performed at a satisfactory level.
  • Experience in a cross-cultural setting, preferably with Native American cultures.
  • Appropriate State of Alaska licensure required or must be able to obtain it within 3 months of hire

Computer Literacy Required

Supervise Behavioral Health Clinicians, Case-Managers, and Counselors.

Benefits Include

  • Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
  • Eleven paid holidays
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Retirement plans
  • Employee Wellness Center
  • Plus More!

Compensation Pay Range Minimum

44.38

Employment Type: Regular

Time Type

Full time

Hours Per Week

40

FLSA Exempt

Yes

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org

Key Responsibilities

This role provides clinical supervision to behavioral health staff and manages clinical services including assessments, treatment, and referrals. The clinician also performs administrative duties as directed by the Director of Outpatient Services.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Nursing with a mental health specialty and possess at least three years of clinical experience. A valid State of Alaska license is required or must be obtained within three months of hire.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentCase managementCounselingIntegrated assessmentTreatment planningCross-cultural communication

Mental Health Therapy Career Context

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 18.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Alaska is 102.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$92k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 58.9% of Alaska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$92kMental Health Therapy median $62k (middle half $50k–$78k)237 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$89k in purchasing powerAlaska index 102.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Alaska37 active2,092 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,463 in the last 30 days1,576 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−18.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Alaska has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$92k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Bethel

Median resident rent
$1,678/mo
Residents’ average commute
10 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.