Counselor Jobs in Alaska
Counselor jobs in Alaska are in steady demand, concentrated in behavioral health, school-based services, and substance use treatment across a state with significant unmet mental health need. Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau are the primary hiring centers, with large employers like Providence Health and Services, the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, and the state Department of Health sustaining consistent openings. The most sought-after specialties are substance use counseling, school counseling, and clinical mental health counseling. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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We are hiring for the following Senior Mental Health Counselor Masters positions at Providence Crisis Stabilization Center in Anchorage, AK!
Currently available schedules: full time, 1.0 FTE, Day, Evening, and Night shifts; 40 hours per week.
$10,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment.
Relocation Assistance available for eligible hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment.
Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive an invite with additional screening questions from our HireVue system!
Responsible for supporting all aspects of the clinical programming for the Crisis Recovery Center. Provides direct client care services in all assigned areas that includes assessment, treatment planning, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and milieu therapy. Assists leadership in the development and maintenance of standards of practice, development of quality services and new programs. The Mental Health Therapist (II) is a resource for other clinicians, and demonstrates advanced clinical skill. Other professional roles include but are not limited to consultation, education, critical inquiry and direction/mentoring of personnel. Plans and provides client, family, peer and community education and coordinates services with other health care professionals including interaction with physicians or ARNP responsible for the care of the client. The Mental Health Therapist (II) follows an individualized performance development plan to maintain current knowledge and be competent in specialty areas, support program goals. Promote program goals and objectives while modeling philosophy and values.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Crisis Recovery Center in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
Master's Degree Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or Health related field
Upon hire: Alaska Masters Social Worker License Or
Upon hire: Alaska Clinical Social Worker License Or
Upon hire: Alaska Professional Counselor License Or
Upon hire: Alaska Marriage and Family Therapist License Or
Upon hire: Alaska Psychologist License
5 years Clinical experience.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
The Providence family of organizations has a vision of health for a better world. As such, we are called to care wisely for our communities, resources, and earth. Our organizations strive to become carbon negative by 2030.
Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Requsition ID: 443372
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Behavioral Health
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Multiple shifts available
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 1009 AK BH CRISIS STABILIZATION
Address: AK Anchorage 3760 Piper St
Work Location: Providence Regional Bldg-Anchorage
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $40.11 - $62.27
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Description
We are hiring for the following Senior Mental Health Counselor Masters positions at Providence Crisis Stabilization Center in Anchorage, AK!
Currently available schedules: full time, 1.0 FTE, Day, Evening, and Night shifts; 40 hours per week.
$10,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment.
Relocation Assistance available for eligible hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment.
Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive an invite with additional screening questions from our HireVue system!
Responsible for supporting all aspects of the clinical programming for the Crisis Recovery Center. Provides direct client care services in all assigned areas that includes assessment, treatment planning, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and milieu therapy. Assists leadership in the development and maintenance of standards of practice, development of quality services and new programs. The Mental Health Therapist (II) is a resource for other clinicians, and demonstrates advanced clinical skill. Other professional roles include but are not limited to consultation, education, critical inquiry and direction/mentoring of personnel. Plans and provides client, family, peer and community education and coordinates services with other health care professionals including interaction with physicians or ARNP responsible for the care of the client. The Mental Health Therapist (II) follows an individualized performance development plan to maintain current knowledge and be competent in specialty areas, support program goals. Promote program goals and objectives while modeling philosophy and values.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Crisis Recovery Center in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
Master's Degree Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, or Health related field
Upon hire: Alaska Masters Social Worker License Or
Upon hire: Alaska Clinical Social Worker License Or
Upon hire: Alaska Professional Counselor License Or
Upon hire: Alaska Marriage and Family Therapist License Or
Upon hire: Alaska Psychologist License
5 years Clinical experience.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
The Providence family of organizations has a vision of health for a better world. As such, we are called to care wisely for our communities, resources, and earth. Our organizations strive to become carbon negative by 2030.
Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Requsition ID: 443372
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Behavioral Health
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Multiple shifts available
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 1009 AK BH CRISIS STABILIZATION
Address: AK Anchorage 3760 Piper St
Work Location: Providence Regional Bldg-Anchorage
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $40.11 - $62.27
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
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Counselor Job Market in Alaska
A snapshot from current Alaska openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Providence13
- US Department of Veterans Affairs5
- Leidos3
- State of Alaska3
- Brightside Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Agriculture & Farming
What Alaska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in counselor jobs across Alaska.
- Active Alaska counselor license issued by the Board of Professional Counselors or recognized reciprocity
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
- Experience providing individual and group counseling in a clinical or community setting
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment models such as CBT or DBT
- Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with HIPAA standards
- Valid Alaska driver's license for roles requiring travel to rural or remote client sites
Counselor Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a counselor in Alaska?
Becoming a licensed counselor in Alaska requires a master's degree in counseling or a related field, followed by supervised post-graduate clinical hours and passage of the National Counselor Examination or a comparable exam recognized by the Alaska Board of Professional Counselors. The Board oversees licensure at the Licensed Professional Counselor level, and applicants must apply directly through the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing. Substance use counselors follow a separate credentialing track through the Alaska Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor Association.
Which companies hire counselors in Alaska?
Companies currently hiring counselors in Alaska include Providence, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Leidos, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Alaska's counselor hiring is particularly concentrated among tribal health organizations, state-run behavioral health programs, and nonprofit community mental health centers that serve both urban and rural populations.
Which Alaska cities have the most counselor jobs?
Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Alaska are the Alaska cities with the most counselor openings. Anchorage drives the largest share of listings as the state's most populous metro and home to major health systems and behavioral health nonprofits, while Fairbanks and Juneau see steady demand tied to regional medical centers, tribal health programs, and state government offices anchored in those communities.
Are there remote counselor jobs in Alaska?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much counseling work involves direct client contact. About 5% of counselor openings tied to Alaska are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting telehealth growth across the state. Roles most likely to be remote are those serving rural and bush communities through telehealth platforms, where in-person access is limited by geography.
How can I get hired as a counselor in Alaska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a counseling internship or practicum placement completed during your graduate program, ideally with an Alaska employer like a community behavioral health center or tribal health organization. Look for post-graduate residency or associate counselor positions at organizations such as Southcentral Foundation or the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority, which regularly bring on candidates still accruing supervised hours. Adjacent roles such as case manager, behavioral health technician, or peer support specialist let you build documented clinical exposure while you work toward full licensure.
Where can I find and apply to counselor jobs in Alaska?
You can find and apply to counselor jobs in Alaska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.
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