Job Summary
The post holder will provide Social Work services to guests of the Low barrier units
at Kwensot Kelot Village. The individual must be a licensed professional who holds a clinical social work a
credential or credentials. Duties include screening, intakes and clinical assessment. Will coordinate
comprehensive wrap around services for guests suffering from substance use disorders and experiencing co-
occurring mental health issues. This position will support clients in active addiction and recovery, meeting
them where they are and provide education on harm reduction, motivational interviewing, role modeling and
empathetic support. Other duties include providing clinical practice guidance and supervision for any
Kwensot Kelot licensed, associate licensed clinicians and peer counselors. Will conduct liaison with
crisis outreach staff from Lummi Behavioral Health and CARE and emergency responders for safe
resolution to guest crisis’ regarding SUD or mental health episodes when necessary. The provider
will ensure administrative reporting and documentation meets the required professional standards to
support accurate representation of guest’s levels of care and clinical records. This position requires
the provider to be flexible with work hours based on the services needed within the department and
Lummi Nation. The social worker will work in accordance with Lummi standards of care and
Washington Administrative Codes (WACS) and utilizes a therapeutic approach of being
empathetic, respectful and motivational whilst encouraging clients to take responsibility for their
lives.
