What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Clinical Social Worker position at Akicita Federal, LLC?
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$80,000 - $85,000 a year
Location: Chemawa Indian Health Center (Western Oregon Service Unit)
Type: Contract, Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM (excluding lunch breaks, Federal holidays, administrative facility closures, approved absences, and emergencies)
Place of Performance:
Western Oregon Service Unit
Chemawa Indian Health Center
3750 Chemawa Road NE
Salem, Oregon 97305
About the Organization:
The Western Oregon Service Unit (WOSU), also known as the Chemawa Indian Health Center, is an outpatient health center under the Indian Health Service (IHS). Accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), WOSU provides healthcare services to over 5,000 American Indian and Alaska Native patients. It is also the sole healthcare provider for students attending the Chemawa Indian School, a boarding school for high school students from more than 100 tribes across the United States.
To address significant healthcare disparities, including higher suicide rates among Indigenous populations, WOSU seeks to expand its behavioral health services to support the physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being of the community.
Position Overview:
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) will deliver comprehensive behavioral health services to patients at WOSU, including students from the Chemawa Indian School. This role focuses on providing evidence-based therapeutic care, program coordination, and cultural competency in addressing substance abuse, addiction, and co-occurring disorders. The incumbent will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and meet IHS standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Therapeutic Services:
-Provide intensive individual and group therapy services focused on substance abuse, addiction, and co-occurring disorders.
-Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices.
-Support students from Chemawa Indian School with tailored therapeutic services and case management.
Program Coordination:
-Act as a coordinator for substance abuse prevention, treatment, and aftercare activities within the Chemawa Student Behavioral Health Center (CBHC).
-Assist in the development of comprehensive behavioral health programs and services for students.
-Ensure services align with AAAHC Behavioral Health Standards, Quality of Care Standards, and other applicable IHS and state guidelines.
Collaboration and Community Engagement:
-Work closely with Chemawa Indian School staff, tribal health services, law enforcement, community organizations, and other stakeholders to promote behavioral health initiatives.
-Serve on multidisciplinary teams to plan and implement therapeutic services and activities for youth.
Training and Education:
-Participate in and lead local training programs for staff and students on topics such as addiction recovery, prevention, and crisis intervention.
-Provide education on patient confidentiality, substance abuse, and cultural sensitivity within the Indigenous community.
Compliance and Quality Assurance:
-Maintain compliance with IHS immunization requirements, accreditation processes, and licensing standards.
-Participate in continuous quality improvement processes and program evaluation.
-Provide monthly program evaluation data, including patient metrics, service impact, and program outcomes.
Cultural Competency:
-Demonstrate sensitivity and awareness of the traditions, cultures, and values of American Indian and Alaska Native populations.
-Integrate cultural practices into care and recovery processes to enhance patient engagement and outcomes.
Qualifications:
Education: Master of Social Work (MSW) or equivalent degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Licensure: Current, unrestricted license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent in the United States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or U.S. territories. Must remain in good standing throughout the contract term.
Experience: Proven expertise in providing behavioral health services, including substance abuse prevention, treatment, and case management.
Skills and Competencies:
-Strong understanding of evidence-based therapeutic practices and addiction recovery methodologies.
-Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and maintain collaborative relationships.
-Proficiency in program evaluation, data collection, and reporting.
-Exceptional communication, organizational, and cultural competency skills.
Tour of Duty:
40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM, excluding lunch breaks, Federal holidays, and facility closures.
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Salary : $80,000 - $85,000
