Job Summary:

Must be Independently Licensed in the State of Arizona as both a Mental Health Therapist and a Substance Abuse Counselor. Must have knowledge and experience in CMS Third Party Billing, with the Arizona Medicaid system. Must have knowledge and experience in working with Tribal 638 programs. Must have experience in management of a Behavioral Health Services (BHS) program. Perform direct clinical supervision of the behavioral health staff in providing appropriate treatment and therapeutic counseling services to ensure that there are quality ethical standards that are appropriate to clients’ needs. Maintain client files and required documentation in accordance with departmental, tribal, state, and federal standards. Provide direct oversight for program spending and budgeting for Behavioral Health Services. Advocate and seek alternate forms of external funding.

Duties & Functions:

Clinical supervision of the Behavioral Health staff.
Provide direct oversight for program spending and budgeting and maintain fiscal health and integrity of budget and funding.
Advocate for Department funding and seek alternate forms of external funding and support appropriate for Department’s programs, including grants, contracts, foundations, and other third-party reimbursement support.
Serve as expert advisor and consultant on programmatic aspects of the behavioral health care delivery system.
Provide administrative liaison and oversight with Indian Health Services, provide consultation, and coordinate activities with tribal, federal, state, county, and other agencies on the impact of behavioral health problems and programs to achieve a more comprehensive behavioral health care system for Native Americans within the CRIT Reservation.
Provide or arrange clinical consultative, evaluative, and psychotherapeutic services to the hospital if requested.
Services include adult, child, and adolescent evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients and consultative evaluations and recommendations to requesting health care personnel at the hospital.
Ensure that a full range of Alcohol and Other Drug abuse (AOD) and mental health services are provided to clients of various age groups through the provision of clinical supervision of the treatment staff.
Complete reports as required to the Executive Director DHS, Tribal and State funding agencies, and IHS.
Consult with other legal and treatment agencies and/or individuals in relation to client records, rights, and responsibilities.
Plan and facilitate community outreach, prevention, and education activities as appropriate.
Serve as a liaison and representative to community organizations and schools.
Provide formal teaching, consultation, and in-service training to relevant professionals in immediate and proper managing of referrals.
This position is responsible for supervising subordinate direct care staff as assigned.
This position involves constant direct interaction with clients, their families, direct care staff, Child Protective Services, Social Services, Indian Health Services, and other social services providers.
Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Director or designee to fulfill the Department’s needs, objectives, and/or goals.
Follow established Tribal policies and those outlined in the Colorado River Indian Tribes Employee Handbook.

Required Skills and Abilities:

This position is exposed to highly confidential client information including treatment records, financial status, and demographic information. Must maintain client/patient confidentiality and must be able to work with confidential material in accordance with the Federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Requires excellent interaction skills, written and verbal communication skills, flexibility in working hours, and good organizational skills.
Experience and knowledge of community resources, family dynamics, human behavior, and Native American culture is required.
Equipment operation includes basic office equipment, computers, and communication tools.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Requires a Master’s Degree in a behavioral health sciences field.
Must be Independently Licensed, in the State of Arizona at the Master’s level, as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Must be Independently Licensed, in the State of Arizona, as a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC).
Requires experience in the assessment of clients in assigned populations with two (2) years’ experience in mental health work minimum.
Must have or be able to complete CPR and First Aid certifications within thirty (30) days of hire.
Must possess a current valid driver’s license throughout employment, and proof of insurance.

Physical Requirement:

The work is fast-paced and hours vary between 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, with some weekend work required.
Must be over twenty-one (21) years of age.
Employment is subject to fingerprinting for the purpose of conducting a background review of possible criminal history in accordance with P.E. 101-630, Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
Must successfully complete a drug screening test prior to appointment.
Physically able to perform duties assigned.
Must have a reliable vehicle.
Occasionally work extended shifts as assigned, some weekends and holidays.

APPLY:

C.R.I.T. HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
26600 MOHAVE ROAD
PARKER, AZ 85344

FOR CRIT EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION VISIT: http://crit-nsn.gov

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $93,475.20 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

Are you an enrolled member of the Colorado River Indian Tribes?

Education:

Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

Licensed Certified Social Worker (Preferred)
LPC (Preferred)
LMFT (Preferred)
LISAC (Preferred)
Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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