We're Hiring In Alaska!

Position Title: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Reports To:  Directors

Location: Arizona and/or Alaska (Hybrid/Remote options available)

Status: Part-Time or Full-Time, Employee 

Position Summary:

Refocus Counseling Ministry, Inc. is a Christian nonprofit counseling organization dedicated to restoring hope, healing hearts, and renewing minds through faith-integrated clinical care. The Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) provides individual, family, and group counseling services with compassion and excellence, addressing a range of mental health, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical mental health counseling to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and/or families.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with state and agency requirements.
• Integrate biblical principles and prayer (as appropriate and requested by the client) into the therapeutic process.
• Maintain a caseload based on agreed schedule and productivity expectations.
• Collaborate with clinical team members, supervisors, and ministry staff for coordinated care and consultation.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and continued professional development.
• Adhere to ethical, legal, and professional standards of practice and uphold the mission of Refocus Counseling Ministry.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Current and valid license in the state of practice (LPC, LPCC, LCPC, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 1 year post-licensure counseling experience preferred.
• Strong clinical skills in trauma-informed care, family systems, and/or faith-based counseling.
• Commitment to Christian values and a heart for ministry.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training in EMDR, DBT, or other specialty modalities.
• Experience in pastoral or church-related ministry.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Position Title: Receiving/Office Manager

Reports To: Executive Director or Administrative Director

Location: Wasilla, Alaska (on-site at 1075 S Check Street, Suite 206)

Status: Part-Time or Full-Time, Employee

Starting Wage: $18.50 per hour

Position Summary:

The Receiving/Office Manager at Refocus Counseling Ministry, Inc. in Wasilla is the first point of contact for clients and a key player in maintaining smooth office operations. This individual creates a welcoming and professional environment while supporting administrative and clinical staff with essential front desk and clerical duties. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, compassionate, and aligned with the ministry’s Christian mission of providing hope and healing.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Reception & Front Desk:

• Greet clients and visitors with warmth and professionalism.
• Answer phones, respond to emails, and manage client communications with discretion and care.
• Assist with appointment scheduling and check-in procedures.
• Distribute and collect intake forms and provide basic support with paperwork.

Office & Administrative Management:

• Maintain office supplies, cleanliness, and organization of the front office and shared spaces.
• Receive and process incoming mail, packages, referrals, and clinical records.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA guidelines and confidentiality procedures.
• Coordinate communication and document flow between clinical and administrative teams.

Clerical Support:

• Scan, upload, and organize documents in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Record and assist with payment collection, including co-pays and invoices.
• Support ministry operations with special projects, scheduling, and communication tasks.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or administrative training preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of office or administrative experience, preferably in a healthcare or counseling setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and standard office equipment.
• Committed to Christian values and maintaining a spirit of grace, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Preferred:

• Experience with electronic health records (e.g., SimplePractice, TherapyNotes).
• Background in a counseling or ministry office.

Position Title: Counseling Intern (Practicum/Internship Student)

Reports To: Clinical Supervisor

Location: Wasilla, Alaska (on-site at 1075 S Check Street, Suite 206; some telehealth opportunities may be available)

Status: Unpaid Internship (for academic credit or licensure hours)

Position Summary:

Refocus Counseling Ministry, Inc. in Wasilla, Alaska offers practicum and internship opportunities for master’s-level counseling students who desire clinical experience in a faith-based, trauma-informed setting. Interns will receive qualified supervision while working directly with individuals, families, and groups, integrating biblical principles with clinical interventions to support healing and transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide counseling services to clients under direct supervision, including intake, assessment, treatment planning, and progress tracking.
• Participate in weekly individual and/or group supervision meetings in compliance with university and state requirements.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation per HIPAA and agency guidelines.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and clinical case consultations.
• Practice cultural sensitivity, professionalism, and ethical care at all times.
• Integrate Christian values and biblical insight into therapeutic work when appropriate and requested by the client.

Learning Objectives May Include:

• Practical application of counseling theories, skills, and interventions.
• Increased competence in clinical documentation and diagnostic formulation.
• Experience delivering trauma-informed and spiritually integrated care.
• Development of professional identity in alignment with licensure expectations.
• Enhanced understanding of counseling ministry in a nonprofit, faith-based setting.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a master’s program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related field.
• Officially approved for practicum or internship by the academic program.
• Demonstrated commitment to growth, learning, and ethical practice.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Alignment with the mission, values, and Christian foundation of Refocus Counseling Ministry.

Serve. Counsel. Restore.

Location: Wasilla, Alaska

Commitment: 6 months to 1 year

Position Type: Missionary Volunteer or Support-Raised Counselor

Organization: Refocus Counseling Ministry, Inc.

Overview:

Refocus Counseling Ministry is seeking passionate, faith-driven counselors to serve in our Alaska location as part of our mission to bring hope and healing to underserved communities. This is a unique opportunity for counselors who feel called to ministry, love the beauty of Alaska, and want to use their gifts to make an eternal impact.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Master’s level counselor, therapist, or social worker (or currently completing licensure/internship)
• Heart for missions and a willingness to serve in a rural or semi-rural setting
• Strong Christian faith and desire to integrate biblical truth into clinical care
• Willingness to work with youth, individuals, couples, and families
• Flexible, teachable, and self-motivated

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, marriage, and family counseling from a trauma-informed, Christian perspective
• Participate in community outreach and ministry events
• Collaborate with our local team and receive clinical supervision/support as needed
• Serve approximately 20–25 client sessions per week (depending on need and availability)
• Assist in program development or support services, depending on your strengths and calling

What We Provide:

• Office space and clinical infrastructure
• Support with client scheduling and referrals
• Community connection and pastoral support
• Training in EMDR and trauma counseling (if applicable)
• Housing assistance or stipend options available for long-term stays

This Is More Than a Job — It’s a Mission.

Whether you’re between positions, taking a sabbatical, or exploring where God is leading you next, this missionary counseling opportunity is a chance to serve with purpose, grow spiritually, and bring healing to a region in need.