Behavioral Health Clinician Licensed (Masters) - Outpatient Services; $30,000 Sign On*, $15,000 Relocation, and Retention Bonus Eligible
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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
The purpose of this clinical position is to conduct consultations to individuals experiencing a variety of emotional, mental, or behavioral disturbances upon request from a medical professional in the acute care clinics of the YKDRH. The clinician will provide brief evaluations to reduce the impact of symptoms and/or coordinate a referral to other appropriate service providers within 3 contacts.
Position Qualifications
To perform this successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements 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.
- Two (2) years supervised experience providing various behavioral health direct services performed at a satisfactory level
- Experience in a cross-cultural setting, preferably with Native American cultures
- Alaska Drivers License and provide a copy of current driving record.
- Must provide a criminal record background.
- State of Alaska License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) preferred
- Must have basic computer knowledge, and standard office equipment usage skills.
Advanced written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in clinical assessment skills.
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
*$30,000 Sign On comes with 3-year commitment
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
The clinician conducts consultations for individuals experiencing emotional, mental, or behavioral disturbances within acute care clinics. They provide brief evaluations to reduce symptom impact and coordinate referrals to appropriate service providers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Nursing with a mental health specialty and have at least two years of supervised behavioral health experience. A valid Alaska driver's license and a clean criminal background check are required, with preference given to those holding LCSW or LPC licensure.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 44 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 61% are remote, 16% have no call, 52% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Mental Health Therapy median $62k (middle half $50k–$78k)237 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Alaska index 102.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Alaska | 21 active | 7,947 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 61% remote · 16% no call · 52% no weekends44 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $30k sign-on | US Counselor listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 18% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,463 in the last 30 days | 1,576 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | −3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Alaska has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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