What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Clinician position at True North Recovery?
True North Recovery is committed to saying "yes" to those seeking help for addiction and mental health challenges. We are passionate about creating personalized pathways to recovery and purpose for individuals, offering the right support at the right time. Our approach values the power of lived experience, ensuring that clients are met with empathy and understanding. At True North Recovery, we focus on offering comprehensive care driven by compassion and commitment to making a meaningful difference.
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Wasilla, AK, for a Mental Health Clinician. Responsibilities include providing therapeutic support through assessments, individual and group counseling, and treatment planning for clients navigating mental health and addiction challenges. The clinician will contribute to case management, maintain accurate client records, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care. Additionally, the clinician will participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development to enhance therapeutic strategies and services.
- Strong clinical skills, including conducting patient assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and formulating treatment plans
- Proficiency in providing individual counseling, group therapy, and crisis intervention services
- Understanding of case management, documentation, and maintaining detailed client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards
- Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and communicate effectively in writing and speech
- Familiarity with addiction services and trauma-informed care practices is highly desirable
- Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
- Licensure as an LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent (or eligibility to obtain Alaska licensure)
- Experience in mental health or substance use disorder treatment is a plus
- Flexibility, empathy, and the ability to work in a dynamic, client-centered environment