IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: HEALTH DIRECTOR
CONTROLLING SUPERVISOR: Chair
STATUS: Regular, full-time
LOCATION: Newkirk, OK
QUALIFICATIONS:
The Behavioral Health Provider must possess a Master’s degree or higher from an accredited program in medicine, nursing, or a related behavioral health field and hold a current, unrestricted license in the State of Oklahoma as a Physician (MD/DO), Physician Assistant, or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). The candidate must maintain prescriptive authority in accordance with Oklahoma state regulations and practice within the defined scope of licensure. The position requires demonstrated experience providing behavioral health services across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric populations, as well as knowledge of crisis assessment and intervention techniques. The Provider must be skilled in conducting clinical assessments, formulating accurate diagnoses utilizing DSM and ICD-10 criteria, and developing and implementing evidence-based treatment plans. Working knowledge of CPT coding is required. Proficiency in electronic documentation systems and computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel, is essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, effective communication abilities, professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and sound problem-solving skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral health assessments, including diagnostic evaluations and risk assessments for suicide, homicide, and other safety concerns.
- Formulate accurate diagnoses using DSM and ICD-10 criteria and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
- Provide psychotherapy services and other clinically appropriate interventions to individuals, families, and groups within their scope of practice.
- Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with scope of practice and state guidelines.
- Monitor patient progress, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and modify care plans as clinically indicated.
- Collaborate with primary care providers, behavioral health staff, case managers, and community partners to ensure coordinated, integrated care.
- Provide crisis intervention services and appropriate referrals for higher levels of care when necessary.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medication management, and coping strategies.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with federal, state, tribal, and ethical standards.
- Identify barriers to recovery and assist patients in accessing supportive services, including community resources, support groups, inpatient treatment facilities, and vocational services.
- Remain current with developments in behavioral health practices, regulations, and evidence-based treatment standards.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors within their scope of practice.
All new hires are required to submit to and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening. Failure to pass the drug screening will result in withdrawal of the employment offer or termination of employment. The employee must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, push, pull, and lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Below are the generous benefits of full-time employment when working at the Kaw Nation Tribal Government, Gaming Commission or Business Services:
- Free BlueCross BlueShield Medical (includes Pharmacy) Insurance
- BlueCross BlueShield of Oklahoma Dental Insurance optional for purchase by employee
- Vision Insurance optional for purchase by employee
- Life Insurance optional for purchase by employee
Also included are generous Annual Leave Days and Sick Leave Days accruals.
- Four (4) hours of Annual Leave begins accruing with the first paycheck and each full check during employment. As the employee’s length of service increases the 4 hours accrued increases to 6 (after 3 years), 8 (after 10 years), and 10 (after 15 years) hours per paycheck.
- Four (4) hours of Sick Leave begins accruing with the first paycheck and each full check during employment. This amount remains the same throughout employment.
If you have questions regarding these or any other benefits of Kaw Nation Tribal Government, Gaming Commission or Business Services, please contact the Human Resources Department at (580) 269-2552.
