Pala
Job DescriptionSalary: JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Therapist (LMFT/LCSW) Department/Division: Social Services Status: Part-Time Salary: Contract Supervisor: Social Services Director Subordinates: Not Applicable POSITION SUMMARY: The Part-Time Therapist provides trauma-informed and culturally responsive behavioral health services for the Pala Band of Mission Indians Social Services Department. The Therapist delivers crisis intervention, short-term stabilization, and therapeutic support for tribal members and community residents. This position requires collaboration with multi-disciplinary staff, cultural healers, community partners, and outside agencies to ensure effective and confidential care for individuals and families. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide individual, family, and group therapy with emphasis on trauma-informed care and crisis intervention., • Conduct clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, and maintain documentation in compliance with federal, state, and tribal standards., • Participate in crisis response, including on-call rotation for field-based and telehealth interventions., • Collaborate with mobile crisis staff and cultural healers to integrate clinical and culturally grounded approaches., • Support program development, grant compliance, and accurate data collection/reporting., • Provide consultation and training to staff on behavioral health best practices, crisis protocols, and culturally competent service delivery., • Maintain ethical practice, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance at all times., • Represent the department in professional meetings, trainings, and community events. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES: • Strong verbal and written communication skills., • Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective working relationships with tribal members, colleagues, service providers, and government agencies., • Commitment to Tribal values, culture, and philosophy., • Knowledge of trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention., • Ability to manage high-stress situations with sound judgment., • Experience working with individuals facing addiction, mental health, and related challenges., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, case management systems, and data tracking tool MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Masters degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field., • Licensed in California as LMFT or LCSW (required)., • Minimum of 3 years experience in therapy, crisis response, or behavioral health settings., • Knowledge of federal, state, and tribal behavioral health regulations and standards., • Experience working with Native American populations preferred., • Supervisory or leadership experience a plus., • Bilingual skills (English or Native language) preferred., • Must successfully pass a Fingerprint-based background check of potential employees, volunteers, and contractors pursuant to Public Law 101-630 - Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Employee Handbook of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums. HOW TO APPLY PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME AND/OR APPLICATION TO: Pala Band of Mission Indians Human Resources Department PMB#50 35008 Pala Temecula Road Pala, CA 92059