Ponca Tribe of Nebraska
Licensed Mental Health/Subs. Use Therapist I
Ponca Tribe of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511
Licensed Mental Health/Subs. Use Therapist I
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Ponca Tribe of Nebraska provided pay range This range is provided by Ponca Tribe of Nebraska. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $56,305.00/yr - $83,429.59/yr
Position: Licensed Mental Health & Substance Use Therapist Division: Health Department: Behavioral Health Reports To: Clinical Lead Licensed MH/SA Therapist Location: Open[JR1] Exempt/Non‑Exempt: Exempt/Non‑Exempt Salary: Tier 1 Grade 11 ($56,305.00–$83,429.59) Tier 2 Grade 12 ($61,942.00–$90,286.50) Tier 3 Grade 13 ($68,136.20–$99,315.15) Classification: Full‑Time
Summary The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is a federally recognized Tribe with its ancestral homeland located in Niobrara, NE. The Tribe does not have a reservation in the classic definition; rather, the Ponca Restoration Act defined its jurisdiction as a Service Delivery Area comprised of 15 counties throughout parts of Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. Within its Service Delivery Area, the Tribe offers a broad range of health, social, educational, and cultural services.
The Licensed Mental Health & Substance Use Therapist will be devoted to providing both mental health and substance abuse counseling with an emphasis on culturally sensitive interventions to individuals and families. The Licensed Mental Health & Substance Use Therapist may also assist in leading group sessions. Essential to the mission of Ponca Health Services, the therapist will work with relevant stakeholders to provide holistic and integrated health care, integrating access to care and resources across Tribal departments.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Provide outpatient counseling to individuals and families needing short or intermediate‑term mental health interventions.
Provide outpatient group therapy, as needed.
Conduct mental health, substance use, and co‑occurring assessments and provide recommendations through a referral process.
Provide consultations with PCPs to enhance understanding of the patient, provide decision support for treatment planning, and assist in the implementation and monitoring of biopsychosocial treatment plans.
Effectively utilize evidence‑based therapeutic interventions.
Work with a multidisciplinary team, including case managers, medical providers, and psychiatric providers, to help inform treatment planning and advocate on behalf of clients.
Collaborate with other agencies, such as the criminal justice system, to advocate on behalf of the client.
Collaborate with other Tribal departments (e.g., Medical, social services, ICWA, etc.) to advocate on behalf of the client.
Complete clinical records, including progress notes, reports, assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries on a timely basis according to PTN requirements, state regulations, and licensing standards.
Maintain professional credentials with the current State Counseling Licensure and maintain continuing education as specified by state licensure.
Ensure all data recorded is timely, accurate, and current.
Enforce patient confidentiality and Privacy Act/CFR 42 and HIPAA guidelines.
Follow the policies and procedures of Ponca Health Services and the Behavioral Health Department.
Perform additional duties as assigned, including, but not limited to: training new team members, assisting with grant data collection, attending grant recipient award meetings, Youth Group, and Community Outreach.
Relationships and Authority This position has no supervisory duties.
Working Environment and Physical Demands This position is in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, scanners, and photocopiers.
Qualifications Minimum :
Master’s in Counseling or Social Work.
Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Provider.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks.
Able and willing to travel.
Preferred :
Two or more years of experience in providing individual, family, and group counseling.
Fully or independently licensed Mental Health Provider.
Licensed or provisionally licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor.
One year of experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations.
Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93‑638: Indian Self‑Determination Act.
Tier Requirements
Tier 1: Grade 10
– Provisional Licensure, Masters in Counseling or Social Work, active and good standing, provisionally licensed Mental Health Provider.
Tier 2: Grade 12
– Masters in Counseling or Social Work, active and good standing, licensed Mental Health Provider.
Tier 3: Grade 13
– Masters in Counseling or Social Work, active and good standing, licensed independent Mental Health Provider, active and good standing provisional or licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, three or more years of experience as a Licensed Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counselor.
Pre‑Employment Screening
Three or more years of experience as a Licensed Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counselor.
Additional Information Preference will be given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members or members of a federally recognized tribe. However, all qualified individuals are eligible. The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is an at‑will employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider (Government Administration)
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EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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Get AI‑powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Ponca Tribe of Nebraska provided pay range This range is provided by Ponca Tribe of Nebraska. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $56,305.00/yr - $83,429.59/yr
Position: Licensed Mental Health & Substance Use Therapist Division: Health Department: Behavioral Health Reports To: Clinical Lead Licensed MH/SA Therapist Location: Open[JR1] Exempt/Non‑Exempt: Exempt/Non‑Exempt Salary: Tier 1 Grade 11 ($56,305.00–$83,429.59) Tier 2 Grade 12 ($61,942.00–$90,286.50) Tier 3 Grade 13 ($68,136.20–$99,315.15) Classification: Full‑Time
Summary The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is a federally recognized Tribe with its ancestral homeland located in Niobrara, NE. The Tribe does not have a reservation in the classic definition; rather, the Ponca Restoration Act defined its jurisdiction as a Service Delivery Area comprised of 15 counties throughout parts of Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. Within its Service Delivery Area, the Tribe offers a broad range of health, social, educational, and cultural services.
The Licensed Mental Health & Substance Use Therapist will be devoted to providing both mental health and substance abuse counseling with an emphasis on culturally sensitive interventions to individuals and families. The Licensed Mental Health & Substance Use Therapist may also assist in leading group sessions. Essential to the mission of Ponca Health Services, the therapist will work with relevant stakeholders to provide holistic and integrated health care, integrating access to care and resources across Tribal departments.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Provide outpatient counseling to individuals and families needing short or intermediate‑term mental health interventions.
Provide outpatient group therapy, as needed.
Conduct mental health, substance use, and co‑occurring assessments and provide recommendations through a referral process.
Provide consultations with PCPs to enhance understanding of the patient, provide decision support for treatment planning, and assist in the implementation and monitoring of biopsychosocial treatment plans.
Effectively utilize evidence‑based therapeutic interventions.
Work with a multidisciplinary team, including case managers, medical providers, and psychiatric providers, to help inform treatment planning and advocate on behalf of clients.
Collaborate with other agencies, such as the criminal justice system, to advocate on behalf of the client.
Collaborate with other Tribal departments (e.g., Medical, social services, ICWA, etc.) to advocate on behalf of the client.
Complete clinical records, including progress notes, reports, assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries on a timely basis according to PTN requirements, state regulations, and licensing standards.
Maintain professional credentials with the current State Counseling Licensure and maintain continuing education as specified by state licensure.
Ensure all data recorded is timely, accurate, and current.
Enforce patient confidentiality and Privacy Act/CFR 42 and HIPAA guidelines.
Follow the policies and procedures of Ponca Health Services and the Behavioral Health Department.
Perform additional duties as assigned, including, but not limited to: training new team members, assisting with grant data collection, attending grant recipient award meetings, Youth Group, and Community Outreach.
Relationships and Authority This position has no supervisory duties.
Working Environment and Physical Demands This position is in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, scanners, and photocopiers.
Qualifications Minimum :
Master’s in Counseling or Social Work.
Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Provider.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Successfully pass drug and alcohol testing, motor vehicle, education, character, and criminal background checks.
Able and willing to travel.
Preferred :
Two or more years of experience in providing individual, family, and group counseling.
Fully or independently licensed Mental Health Provider.
Licensed or provisionally licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor.
One year of experience working with Native Americans or Native American organizations.
Knowledge and understanding of Public Law 93‑638: Indian Self‑Determination Act.
Tier Requirements
Tier 1: Grade 10
– Provisional Licensure, Masters in Counseling or Social Work, active and good standing, provisionally licensed Mental Health Provider.
Tier 2: Grade 12
– Masters in Counseling or Social Work, active and good standing, licensed Mental Health Provider.
Tier 3: Grade 13
– Masters in Counseling or Social Work, active and good standing, licensed independent Mental Health Provider, active and good standing provisional or licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, three or more years of experience as a Licensed Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counselor.
Pre‑Employment Screening
Three or more years of experience as a Licensed Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counselor.
Additional Information Preference will be given to Ponca Tribe of Nebraska members or members of a federally recognized tribe. However, all qualified individuals are eligible. The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is an at‑will employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider (Government Administration)
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ponca Tribe of Nebraska by 2x.
EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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