Social Work Job Opportunities in Alaska
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June 2, 2008 - Anchorage
POSITION: Clinical Supervisor: Southcentral Foundation (SCF) a nonprofit Alaska Native healthcare organization in Anchorage has two Clinical Supervisor employment opportunities available which are both in a residential treatment setting.
One position is focused on providing supervisory oversight of clinical programs, staff and counseling services at The Pathway Home, a residential 30 bed treatment facility targeting Alaska Native adolescents age 13-18. The other position is focused on providing supervisory oversight of clinical programs, staff and counseling services at Dena A Coy, a residential 16 bed individualized addiction and mental health treatment program for pregnant, parenting and non-pregnant women.
All applicants must have an educational background in social work, psychology or related mental health field plus a Master’s Degree with a minimum of five (5) years experience. Current Alaska Clinician’s license is required.
Salary DOE with excellent benefits including a 401k plan with 3 years to be vested, 4 weeks of paid leave, 5 weeks leave after 2 years, employee medical, dental, vision, hearing and more. See full ‘Clinical Supervisor’ job description and apply online* at www.scf.cc or contact Jeff Jessen at (907)-729-5235, jjessen@scf.cc
*For an applicant to be added in to Southcentral Foundation's job bank, an online application must be completed, including the criminal background section- please visit www.scf.cc
May 5, 2008 - Talkeetna
Sunshine Community Health Center located in Talkeetna, Alaska in the shadow of Denali has an immediate opening for a full-time Alaska licensed LCSW. This position identifies, triages and manages patients with behavioral health problems within the primary care setting. In addition, the LCSW will provide brief intervention strategies and will develop specific behavioral change plans for patients. The employee will collaborate and consult with medical providers and other partners to ensure effective treatment for patients with co-occurring behavioral health and medical disorders and for patients with primary behavioral health disorders. This position requires an advanced degree in psychology or clinical social work such as a Masters in Social Work or PhD in Psychology. Current unrestricted Alaska licensure as LCSW. Two years clinical experience, previous experience with culturally and socio-economically diverse populations preferred.
SCHC offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, 401K, paid vacation and personal time. SCHC is an NHSC loan repayment site. Please send resume with cover letter to:
OR
Deb Gray, Human Resources
Sunshine community Health Center
PO Box 787
Talkeetna, AK 99676-0787
Phone: 907-733-9236
Fax: 907-733-1735
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Loan Repayment Options for Social Workers in Alaska
Licensed Clinical Social Workers are now qualified to receive student loan repayment by working in Alaska in Health/Mental Health shortage areas. More information about loan repayment may be obtained by contacting the Alaska Exposure Program or National Health Service Corps. Please note it is not the responsibility of the hiring agency to provide information or assure loan repayment upon hiring.
Alaskan Exposure Program http://chems.alaska.gov/exposure.htm
National Health Services Corps http://nhsc.bhpr.hrsa.gov/
Indian Health Services http://www.ihs.gov
Alaska Newspapers With On Line Classified Listings
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Daily News Classified Ads
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Fairbanks Daily News Miner http://www.news-miner.com/
Juneau Empire - Classifieds http://classifieds.juneauempire.com/classifieds-bin/classifieds
Wasilla Frontiersman - Classifieds http://www.frontiersman.com/classifieds/
Kenai Peninsula Clarion http://classifieds.peninsulaclarion.com/classifieds-bin/classifieds
NASW Job Link Nationwide Social Work Employment Resource
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Hiring the right professional social worker is an important responsibility. As an Alaska employer, it’s your opportunity to choose a professional social worker who has the right education, expert skills and practice knowledge that will enhance your organization’s services. For all those reasons, consider using the NASW Job Link to advertise openings and reach qualified applications by calling 1-888-308-2265 or visit the above link.
Alaska employers are also invited to advertise in the National NASW News, as well as the NASW Alaska Chapter News (4 issues/year). For more information call 907/332-6279 or e-mail naswak@alaska.net.