Behavioral Health Counselor - Fairbanks, AK

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Counselor - Fairbanks, AK at QTC Management a 5.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as moderate. This places the position in the average range of all Clinical Psychology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Clinical Psychology position at QTC Management is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

QTC Management lists compensation for this physician position at $85k to $130k annually.

This is approximately 13% above the national median for Clinical Psychology professionals, which is around $95k.

This position is based in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Alaska has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Behavioral health counseling, Solution-focused interventions, Crisis intervention, Case management, Documentation, Psychoeducational briefings, Referral management, Communication. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: Deliver face-to-face, non-medical, solution-focused counseling services to eligible participants under federal government contracts. Conduct outreach, psychoeducational workshops, and maintain accurate documentation while assessing participant needs for potential referrals.

Benefits package: Flexible Scheduling, Health and Wellness Programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, Retirement. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.