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Anchorage, Alaska

Category: Allied

Travel

Job ID: 956372

Work Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Contract Duration: 26 Weeks

 

Est. Pay: $2280 / Week

Posted Date: 5/26/2025

Anchorage, Alaska

Work Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Category: Allied

Contract Duration: 26 Weeks

Travel

Est. Pay: $2280 / Week

Job ID: 956372

Posted Date: 5/26/2025

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The Amergis Division is looking for a Unlicensed Social Worker/ Mental Health Clinician for a position with Alaska Department of Corrections. 

Position Title: Unlicensed Social Worker / Counselor / Mental Health Clinician
Location: Anchorage Correctional Complex or Hiland Mountain Correctional Complex, Alaska
Employer: Alaska Department of Corrections
Exclusive to Amergis: Yes
Start Date: Approximately one month from submission
Contract Length: 26+ weeks (with strong potential for extension)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (30-minute lunch)
Hours per Week: 40 hours (no weekends, holidays, or overtime)
Shift Guarantee: Yes

Position Overview:

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a dedicated Unlicensed Social Worker, Counselor, or Mental Health Clinician to provide counseling services in a correctional setting. This role involves working with individuals in need of mental health support within a secure facility, offering services such as assessments, therapeutic interventions, and crisis management.

Key Responsibilities: Provide counseling and mental health support in a correctional environment Conduct assessments and develop care plans in collaboration with the clinical team Communicate clearly and professionally with both patients and staff Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with facility and state guidelines Work independently while knowing when to seek guidance Minimum Requirements: Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or a related Human Development field (Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s accepted) Licensing/certification as required by state, facility, or contract Experience in inpatient psychiatric care or correctional mental health strongly preferred Current CPR certification (if applicable) TB screening (PPD, questionnaire, or chest x-ray as applicable) Current health certificate (as required by contract or state regulation) Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements Must be at least 18 years of age Additional Notes: Clear communication skills are essential Candidates must be comfortable working in a correctional environment Compensation Package:

Travel Candidates:

Taxable Hourly Rate: $13/hr Housing Stipend: $1,060/week Meals & Incidentals Stipend: $700/week Total Weekly Gross: $2,280 On-Call Pay: $4.50/hr (if applicable)

Local Candidates:

Hourly Rate: Up to $48/hr

If you or someone you know may be interested in this opportunity, or if you’d like more details, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Contact:
Drew Elix
National Recruitment Manager
?? (813) 619-4075
?? (800) 294-1248
?? 5332 Avion Park Drive, Suite 200, Tampa, FL 33607
?? www.amergis.com

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.  About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.   Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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