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CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES
OF THE FLATHEAD NATION
PO BOX 278
PABLO MT 59855
(406) 675-2700
PERSONNEL OFFICE FAX: (406) 226-2562
WEBSITE ADDRESS: www.csktribes.org
E-mail: melanie.piedalue@cskt.org
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TITLE: Chemical Dependency Counselor (1 or more positions)
LOCATION: Tribal Health Department – Location Negotiable
SALARY: $21.25 to $24.42 per hour, plus benefits (may be employed under contract)
CLOSING DATE: Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. (MST)
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
Position is a Testing Designated Position within the definition of the CSKT Drug Free Workplace Policy effective
January 1, 1998. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test
and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period.
The incumbent will provide confidential services, and substance use disorder assessment and evaluations, intake and
referrals and individual sessions, telehealth virtual and telephone sessions, and psycho-educational groups, and case
management and consultations. Regarding telehealth services, Position will be both off and on-site placement at
designated Tribal Health Department clinic settings.
Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and Confidentiality Rules and Regulations with 42 C.F.R. PART 2 and
Client Consent for treatment regarding all clinical substance use disorder treatment services.
evaluation reports and correspondences and is able to interpret findings and understanding of the ASAM
Patient Placement, Level of Care criteria. Emphasis is geared for least restrictive placement criteria and is able
to articulate, verbalize and utilize consultation with clinical staff.
clientele to enhance desired motivation for recovery.
specified recovery topics of materials for specialized peer cluster recovery groups and is able to participate in
co-facilitation with groups in a cooperative and collaborative manner to deliver appropriate healthy learning
recovery styles for clientele.
established program standards, policy and procedures.
established health record documentation and proper releases of information, progress notes and necessary
clientele data such as screening tools, letters and written reports.
medical, nurses, pharmacists, psychiatrist, psychologist, mental health therapist, treatment centers, social
services and other health care professionals. Coordination of services is mostly geared towards substance use
disorder related problems in a two-way process, assessing the dimension of problems or issues, considering
available resources, and exploring alternative plans for resolution of clinical services.
continuum of care services when designated internal staff is unavailable and demonstrates ability to proceed
according to established program standards, policy and procedures.
traditional CSKT native practices and surrounding Indian beliefs which is discretely implemented in the customs
of some treatment services for substance use disorder abuse and intervention/prevention recovery services.
personal wellness and limits, healthy professional boundaries, healthy communication styles and genuine
willingness to collaborate with clientele, staff and the catchment population. Flexibility in the performance of
duties is necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (AS REFLECTED ON THE TRIBAL EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION):
Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) by the State of Montana Board of Behavioral Health, Business Standards
Division and be able to establish the National Provider Information (NPI) Number (or) Licensed Addiction Counselor
(Candidate) by the State of Montana Board of Behavioral Health, Business Standards Division. Must be able to obtain
LAC license 12-months of being hired.
Must retained substance use disorder associates or higher degree or equivalent education in the specified preferred
field of addictions.
Must retained at least 1-year experience or equivalent to the psychology and/or clinical services within the field of
substance use disorder services.
Must pass a background and suitability check according to Public Law 101-630: Indian Child Protection and Family
Violence Prevention Act.
Must adhere to all Tribal Health Department directives, policies and procedures.
Must have a valid State of Montana Driver's License.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (AS DETERMINED BY THE INTERVIEW):
SUBMIT:
1. Completed Tribal employment application.
2. Copy of relevant academic transcript, certifications, licensure, and driver’s license
3. Proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT.
4. If claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted.
FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION
DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS
SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE TO: Personnel Office, PO Box 278, Pablo MT 59855, Telephone (406) 675-2700
Ext. #1040, or personnel@cskt.org
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Desiree Fox, Tribal Health Department – (406) 675-2700 Ext. #5057