Mental Health Jobs in Alaska

Mental health jobs in Alaska concentrate in community behavioral health centers, tribal health organizations, and state-operated psychiatric facilities, with demand ranging from entry-level case managers to licensed clinical supervisors. Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau account for the largest share of openings, where employers such as the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, Southcentral Foundation, and the Alaska Department of Health maintain consistent hiring. The most in-demand specialties are substance use disorder counseling, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top employerProvidence
Top cityAnchorage, AK
Cities hiring6
Work type33% Remote
Top credentialMaster's degree in social work

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Alaska | Part Time Mental Health Therapist | Telehealth
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Alaska | Part Time Mental Health Therapist | Telehealth
Affect Therapeutics
Anchorage, Alaska
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$35 - $45/hr
Remote (US)
201-500

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Senior Mental Health Counselor Masters - Providence Anchorage School Program
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Senior Mental Health Counselor Masters - Providence Anchorage School Program
Providence
Anchorage, Alaska
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$40.11 - $62.27/hr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Mental Health Counselor Masters - Providence Anchorage School Program
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Mental Health Counselor Masters - Providence Anchorage School Program
Providence
Anchorage, Alaska
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$37.84 - $58.75/hr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Manager Mental Health Office
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Manager Mental Health Office
Anchorage School District
Anchorage, Alaska
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$60k - $86k/yr
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Mental Health Therapist
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Mental Health Therapist
Kintsugi Counseling LLC
Fairbanks, Alaska
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$130 - $180/hr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work

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Mental Health Jobs by City in Alaska

Where Alaska roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Anchorage
9 jobs
Kenai
1 job
Juneau
1 job
Kodiak
1 job
Valdez
1 job
Fairbanks
1 job

Mental Health Job Market in Alaska

A snapshot from current Alaska openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Providence7 open roles
Affect Therapeutics1 open role
Kenaitze Indian Tribe1 open role

What Alaska Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mental health jobs across Alaska.

  • Active Alaska license issued by the Board of Professional Counselors or Board of Social Work Examiners
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related clinical field
  • Experience delivering behavioral health services in community, outpatient, or inpatient settings
  • Familiarity with culturally responsive care for Alaska Native and rural Indigenous populations
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems used in Alaska behavioral health programs
  • Current CPR certification and completion of a state-required background check clearance

Mental Health Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mental health professional in Alaska?

Licensure in Alaska is issued by either the Board of Professional Counselors or the Board of Social Work Examiners, depending on your credential path. Clinical counselors pursue a Licensed Professional Counselor designation, while social workers work toward LCSW or LMSW status. Both paths require a master's degree from an accredited program, supervised post-graduate hours completed in Alaska or a reciprocal state, and a passing score on the relevant national exam before the state issues a license.

Which companies hire mental health professionals in Alaska?

Employers hiring mental health professionals in Alaska right now include Providence, Affect Therapeutics, and Kenaitze Indian Tribe, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Alaska's tribal health compacts and federally qualified health centers are among the most consistent sources of openings, particularly for clinicians willing to work in rural or remote communities.

Which Alaska cities have the most mental health jobs?

Anchorage, Kenai, and Juneau have the most mental health openings in Alaska. Anchorage drives the largest volume because it concentrates the state's major hospital systems, tribal health organizations, and state agency offices, while Fairbanks and Juneau support steady demand through regional medical centers, university-affiliated programs, and state government behavioral health divisions.

Are there remote mental health jobs in Alaska?

Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because Alaska's vast geography makes telehealth a practical necessity for reaching rural and remote communities. About 67% of mental health openings tied to Alaska are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how widely telehealth has been adopted. Roles in case management, crisis counseling, and clinical supervision are the most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.

How can I get hired as a mental health professional in Alaska with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is a behavioral health technician or case manager aide role, which typically requires a bachelor's degree and no licensure. Southcentral Foundation and the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium both run structured programs that bring in newer clinicians under close supervision. Community mental health centers across the state regularly hire associate-level counselors working toward licensure, and completing your supervised hours in Alaska is a strong signal to employers that you plan to stay in the state long term.

Where can I find and apply to mental health jobs in Alaska?

You can find and apply to mental health jobs in Alaska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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