Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Contract - Prairie Band, LLC : Job Details

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – ContractPueblo of Acoma, NM

DescriptionAre you a Licensed Clinical Social Worker seeking a rewarding contract opportunity where your clinical expertise helps change lives? The New Sunrise Regional Treatment Center (NSRTC), located in the Pueblo of Acoma, NM, is looking for a compassionate and experienced LCSW to join our behavioral health team. This contract position offers the chance to provide meaningful care to Native American adolescents in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed environment.

About the Opportunity:As our Contract LCSW, you'll support the delivery of integrated behavioral health services within a multidisciplinary residential treatment center. You will provide therapeutic services, case management, discharge planning, and community collaboration to support clients affected by substance use, trauma, and co-occurring disorders.

Position Details:

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm (OT may be available with prior approval)
• Setting: Residential adolescent treatment center at NSRTC
• Contract Type: Full-time 1099 contract
• Length: Base year with four option years, subject to background clearance
• Start Date: As soon as federal clearance is completed
• Local candidates welcome

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions to adolescent clients
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and clinical evaluations
• Develop and implement treatment and discharge plans in coordination with the behavioral health team
• Deliver crisis intervention and stabilization services as needed
• Coordinate with internal providers and external agencies to ensure continuity of care
• Engage in outreach services including telehealth and community-based visits when appropriate
• Complete timely and thorough documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system
• Participate in case staffing, treatment team meetings, and quality assurance activities
• Provide culturally competent care by incorporating tribal traditions and values into treatment
• Educate families and support systems about behavioral health needs and recovery options

Qualifications:

• Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited institution
• Active, unrestricted LCSW license in any U.S. state or territory
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in behavioral health, preferably with adolescents
• Experience in substance use, trauma-informed care, and dual diagnosis treatment
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Must pass a Level I and II fingerprint-based federal background investigation
• Knowledge of DSM and ICD criteria and behavioral health best practices
• Experience with Native American or tribal health systems preferred
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Proficient in using Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Must be a U.S. citizen living primarily in the United States
• Willing to comply with all state, federal, and IHS regulations for social work services
• Must complete required IHS training, including child protection, trauma-informed care, and security awareness

Why Work With Us?

• Meaningful work supporting Native youth and families
• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment
• Consistent weekday schedule with opportunities for extended service
• Opportunity to provide care in a culturally rich and scenic setting
• Located in beautiful central New Mexico with access to both rural and metropolitan communities

Additional Duties:Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the treatment center and supervision team. The position is subject to CARF and CMS accreditation standards.

Indian Preference Exercised:Preference will be given in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (25 U.S.C. 47). This is a TIER 2 position under the Prairie Band Employment Code.

We welcome dedicated clinical social workers ready to make a lasting impact. Apply today to learn more about joining the NSRTC team.

Qualifications Needed:

• Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited institution
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted LCSW license in any U.S. state or territory
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience, preferably with adolescents and in behavioral health settings
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Must meet credentialing and privileging requirements in accordance with Indian Health Service policies
• Must complete and pass a Level I and Level II fingerprint-based federal background check (estimated at 90 days)
• Must comply with the Indian Health Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act
• Must be a U.S. citizen living primarily in the United States
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills using DSM and ICD criteria
• Knowledge and experience in treating behavioral health and substance use issues, particularly in adolescents
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care and treatment of co-occurring disorders
• Experience in cross-cultural care and working with Native American or tribal communities is preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency in using Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Must follow HIPAA, the Privacy Act, and other federal guidelines regarding patient care and data
• Willingness to complete required Indian Health Service training, including security, ethics, trauma-informed care, and child protection standards

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