Social Worker - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)

Social Worker needed to support hospital system in Sitka, Alaska. '...Clinician skilled in discharge planning for our Level IV Critical Access Hospital. Join a compassionate, multidisciplinary team serving patients from birth through elder across Southeast Alaska. As a Social Services Clinician, you’ll deliver discharge planning and care coordination that strengthens families, supports cultural wellness, and advances our mission in Tribal health.
Clinical Assessment & Therapy
• Conduct screening, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, brief therapy, and continuing care for patients from birth to elder.
• Facilitate or co‑facilitate patient care conferences and lead discharge planning for ALF or transitional placements.
• Provide clinical support around chemical dependency, mental health needs, and appropriate referrals.
Care Coordination & Advocacy
• Work closely with hospital teams and local community partners to ensure the right services are used for optimal outcomes.
• Provide client advocacy, skill‑building, and assist with complex matters like Power of Attorney when relevant.
• Ensure smooth transitions of care throughout the continuum.
Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in alignment with State, Federal, accreditation, and hospital billing standards.
• Complete screenings, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and required reports on time.

'..Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
Education, License and Experience:

Masters Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related discipline from an accredited educational 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)
Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License or can be obtained within 6 months of hire.
Must be 21 years of age.
Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years
Knowledge of:

Discharge Planning
Interviewing techniques; crisis intervention techniques.
Ethical and legal management practices; patients legal rights. Documentation regulations specific to accreditation requirements.
Skill and Ability to:

Perform case management; use tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Observe and record psychiatric behavior and substance using behavior; conduct screening, assessments, treatment planning and document in progress notes.
Analyze, evaluate and diagnose situations and adopt effective courses of action.
Write clear/concise reports and chart notes in accordance with professional standards, state regulations and department protocol...'