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Open:                  August 12, 2026                          Close:                August 26, 2026

Job Title:          Mental Health Clinician      Department:    CFS/Re-entry

Reports To:      Director                                    Hours:                40 Hrs/Wk – Full Time

Salary:               Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits                    Requisition: 942               

Position Summary:

The Mental Health Clinician is responsible for assisting participants and their families in addressing the social, psychological, developmental and economic impacts of addiction, recovery, illness, and mental health. As part of an interdisciplinary team, and to promote optimal health outcomes, the MHC completes comprehensive assessment and provides support and resources to identify and intervene regarding participants needs as they may relate to: mental health, trauma, environmental factors; abuse and; trauma; grief and loss; food, shelter and other basic needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provides clinical mental health counseling and case management services.
2. Conducts assessments, coordinates services, and provides individual therapy to help participants make positive behavior changes.
3. Coordinates with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement a holistic treatment plan.
4. Identifies solutions to problems that serve barriers as to addiction, treatment, and related disease management.
5. Partner with community providers and other service providers in the community to ensure well-coordinated care.
6. Responsible for serving on the CFSR Quality Assurance Panel and introducing evidence-based mental health assessment, treatment and evaluation standards.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.             

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Master’s degree in Social Work/Human Services/ Behavioral Sciences or related field and two or more years’ experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Human Services/ Behavioral Sciences or related field and four years or more of clinical experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Two or more years of experience providing Behavioral Health services to individuals practicing/associated with “risky” behaviors to include drug and alcohol abuse and anti-social behavior involving law enforcement, Tribal Justice systems and institutional admissions. Must demonstrate intermediate computer skills for word processing, database management and excel spreadsheets. Strong written and verbal skills are required.

• Licensed LPCC, LICSW, MSW, MFT or MHC professional in Washington State or equivalent.
• Dual credentialed clinician (mental health & drug/alcohol).

 

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

 

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

 

 

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Licenses or Certificates

• Must pass Washington State DSHS criminal history and CPS background inquiry before hire and every two years unless otherwise indicated.

• Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted Washington State driver’s license and proof of insurance.  Driver’s License restrictions must not prohibit an employee from complying with the Tribe’s Vehicle Use Policy or operating GSA vehicles.
• Must pass an FBI fingerprint background check upon employment.
• Willing to attend trainings for professional development.
• Mandated Reporting training must obtain within the first 30-days of hire.
• Complete 30+ hours of sexual assault training within the first 6-months of hire.
• Must maintain at least 12-hours of ongoing training annually that is approved.
• Attend monthly meetings and trainings with staff as needed.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Work collaboratively and respectfully with clients, families, community, and Puyallup Tribal staff members contacting the center.
• Must be willing to attend training, state and federal, following grant requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups.
• Strong knowledge of Native American culture and issues facing Native Americans.
• Ability to maintain empathetic listening skills even when dealing with people who are upset or emotional.
• Must ensure strict confidentiality of agency and client information.
• Ability to work in a stressful job environment with difficult subject matter and keep emotions in check. 
• Sensitive to and familiar with the social/cultural needs of Tribal participants and their families.
• Must maintain a strict level of confidentiality at all times.

Physical Demands

• Requires the ability to operate a personal computer, multi-line telephone, calculator, facsimile and photocopier.
• Requires the ability to read, write, communicate, and interpret information accurately in English.
• Requires the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Ability to sit for extended lengths of time. 
• Manual and finger dexterity for operation of personal computer and routine paperwork.
• Lifting documents in excess of (25) pounds. 

Work Environment

• The noise level is low to moderate.
• The physical exertion is low to moderate.
• Work is primarily performed in an office setting.
• There are frequent employee contacts and interruptions during the day.
• Position may be stressful at times due to the sensitive or confidential issues being addressed.
• Requires occasional travel using employee’s own transportation.

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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