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Prairie Band, LLC

Licensed Social Worker General, Child & Adolescent

Prairie Band, LLC, Crownpoint, New Mexico, us, 87313

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Description

Are you a compassionate

Licensed Social Worker (LSW/LCSW)

passionate about connecting clients with essential resources and providing direct clinical support? The

CrownPoint Health Care Facility (CHCF)

in CrownPoint, NM, part of the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, is seeking a dedicated professional. You will deliver vital behavioral health services, focusing on

psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and case management

in outpatient and community‑based settings for the Navajo Nation.

This

Full‑Time 1099 Contract / Locum Tenens

opportunity offers stability, cultural connection, and professional fulfillment in an outpatient behavioral health setting.

Schedule & Details

8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday

No weekends, holidays, overtime or on‑call

Full-time hours

Can work off any US license

Up to 1 year initial contract with optional extensions

Outpatient psychiatry with possible telepsychiatry opportunities

Multiple openings in the Navajo Area

Local candidates welcome

Key Responsibilities

Provide assessments, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention to individuals, families, and groups.

Develop and implement individualized care and treatment plans.

Coordinate referrals and follow-up with internal and external providers.

Provide consultation and support to interdisciplinary medical staff.

Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the IHS EHR system.

Deliver culturally responsive care consistent with Navajo traditions and beliefs.

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 New Mexico, with access to both rural and metropolitan communities

Additional Duties Additional responsibilities may be added as needed to support clinic operations and community programs. This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Contractors must follow all other job‑related instructions as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director or designated supervisor.

Indian Preference Exercised In accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code §472 and §473), qualified Indian applicants will be given preference in hiring and placement.

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

Apply today to speak with a member of our recruitment team

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