Social Services Clinician - In-Patient - Discharge Planning SIGN ON and RELO

Pay Range: $36.46 - $51.29 /hour (equivalent to $82,000 - $106,000 annually). Sign-on and relocation bonuses up to $35,000 are available.

We are hiring a Social Services Clinician for our LevelIV Critical Access Hospital in Southeast Alaska. This role supports patients from birth through elder, with a focus on discharge planning, care coordination, and cultural wellness.

• Conduct clinical assessment and brief therapy for patients of all ages.
• Facilitate patient care conferences and lead discharge planning for Acute Care Facility (ALF) or transitional placements.
• Provide clinical support for chemical dependency, mental health needs, and appropriate referrals.
• Work closely with hospital teams and local community partners to ensure optimal service utilization.
• Advocate for clients, build skills, and assist with complex matters such as Power of Attorney.
• Ensure smooth transitions of care throughout the continuum.
• Mention accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in alignment with state, federal, accreditation, and billing standards.
• Complete screenings, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and required reports on time.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Licensed as or in the process of becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). The license must be valid in the state of Alaska.
• Valid Alaska driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within six months of hire.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Clinical competency required within three months of hire and maintained every three years.
• Demonstrated knowledge of discharge planning interviewing techniques, crisis intervention procedures, ethical and legal management practices, patient legal rights, and documentation regulations specific to accreditation requirements.
• Proficient in performing case management, using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Ability to observe, record psychiatric behavior, and substance use; conduct screenings, assessments, treatment planning, and documentation in progress notes.
• Ability to analyze, evaluate, and diagnose situations and adopt effective courses of action.
• Skill in writing clear and concise reports and chart notes in accordance with professional standards, state regulations, and department protocols.

• Clinical Competency Assessment – SEARHC.

• Position covered under the Indian Child Protection Act (ICPA).
• Maintain complete and accurate records (paper and electronic), case notes, statistics, and other documentation in a confidential manner according to department policy.
• Ensure documentation meets all hospital billing and accreditation standards.
• Coordinate with corporate and community social service resources to ensure appropriate service utilization.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, assist in developing and monitoring treatment plans, and counsel other professionals as needed.
• Assist with scheduled staff trainings/meetings, and help staff integrate new information/practices into delivery of client services.
• Attend SEARHC Quality Management trainings and incorporate concepts and skills into client services.
• Complete all billing duties assigned by lead program clinical personnel and complete provider enrollment documentation on time.

• Retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid parental leave
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Life insurance and long‑term/short‑term disability coverage
• Additional benefits and opportunities for professional development