School-Based Clinician

VOA Alaska

. Provide clinical services to clients enrolled in identified Anchorage schools .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeAnchorage • Alaska • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $61,500 - $87,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing clinical services, including integrated substance use and mental health assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention for adolescents. Proficient in collaborating with educational staff and community resources to deliver culturally competent and individualized treatment services.

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Master’s Degree In CounselingSubstance Use And Mental Health AssessmentCrisis InterventionCulturally Competent ServicesDocumentation Compliance

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Hard Skills

Treatment PlanningIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyFamily TherapyCase ManagementBehavioral Health Needs AssessmentCrisis Intervention TechniquesDocumentation StandardsTelehealth ServicesMental Health Training

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCritical ThinkingJudgment And Decision-MakingSolution-Focused AttitudeTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

QAP Certification

Industry Keywords

Medicaid ComplianceCARF StandardsBehavioral HealthTrauma-Informed ServicesCultural CompetenceClient ConfidentialityAdolescent Behavioral HealthCommunity Resource CoordinationFlexible Work HoursDiverse Community Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide clinical services to clients enrolled in identified Anchorage schools
Manage a caseload of up to 20 adolescents
Conduct integrated substance use and mental health assessments
Develop and review treatment plans
Provide case management and crisis intervention
Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions
Provide technical assistance and consultation to school staff on trauma-informed services, de-escalation, behavioral health needs, and referrals
Provide mental health and wellness training to school faculty and families of ASD students
Coordinate services with teachers, counselors, administrators, substance abuse counselors, outpatient providers, clinical leadership, and consulting professionals
Contribute to mental health service development and group curriculum development
Complete documentation in accordance with Medicaid, CARF, public health, behavioral health, and agency standards
Work as a member of the outpatient clinical team to ensure effective treatment-plan services
Maintain program integrity, client safety, and confidentiality
Communicate with parents regarding treatment plans, prognosis, and progress
Communicate with teachers and school officials regarding client needs
Complete assigned duties within supervisor-established timelines
Work primarily at school sites, with some telehealth services from a confidential home workspace

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field
Two years’ experience preferred working with children and adolescents experiencing behavioral health complications and conditions
Proven ability to work with diverse community groups and provide culturally competent services
Knowledge of diverse values and belief systems
Ability to provide culturally appropriate and individualized treatment services
Ability to make sound decisions based on available information
Excellent writing and communication skills
Ability to work independently
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of substance use and mental health disorders
Critical thinking and judgment and decision-making skills
Active learning skills
Solution-focused attitude and ability to work as a team player
Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, and some weekends
Ability to travel if required and have own transportation
Ability to provide current credentials or work toward certification requirements and obtain QAP within 3 years of hire
Ability to maintain confidentiality under 42 C.F.R. part 2 and HIPAA regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits are available year-round to ensure no interruptions in coverage
Full-time position
8-week summer hiatus during June and July