Social Work Technician, Mental Health

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We are currently seeking a compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented individual to join our team as a full-time Home Living Technician

For over 400 years, Santo Domingo Pueblo has been one of the central Indian Pueblos in New Mexico. Located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, along the I-25 corridor, over 25 different departments with more than 200 employees work together to bring the expanding top‑of‑line services to over 5,000 members of Santo Domingo Pueblo. We work hard together while honoring the traditions and work‑life balance that allows each one of us to be the best versions of ourselves.

• Friendly staff
• Supportive work environment
• Flexibility
• Community service driven

We offer a generous leave policy that includes vacation, holidays, and administrative days that equal up to 54 days off in a year. Affordable medical plans, health, dental, and vision. Competitive 401k retirement plan, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.

In this role, you will support youth in the structured, home‑like setting by creating a safe and nurturing environment that encourages personal growth, life skills development, and the reinforcement of cultural values. This position offers meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of young people, along with a supportive team environment, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a heart for service and mentoring youth, strong communication and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to maintain structure while building trust.

Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends, is required.

If you are ready to make a difference and be a steady, reliable presence in the lives of youth, we encourage you to apply today!

• High School Diploma or equivalent and (2) years' experience working with youth.
• CPSW/CFPSW credentials or must be completed within 1 year upon hire.
• CPR/First Aid/AED.
• Food Handler's certification or must be certified within the first 90 days of employment.
• Knowledgeable in trauma informed approaches and crisis intervention.
• Knowledgeable in the areas of child abuse/neglect, sexual abuse, foster care issues and protocol/procedures.
• Previous experience with Native American youth preferred; must be sensitive to tribal customs and traditions and work with a diverse clientele.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills that will enable you to work with high‑risk youth and families and to focus the efforts on client's well‑being and to meet Santo Domingo Pueblo goals and objectives.
• Self‑Starter, able to make decisions independently.
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a background check such as FBI, State, Motor Vehicle, Tribal, and drug test.
• Valid New Mexico driver's license with ability to meet Santo Domingo Pueblo liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.

Are you ready to join our Team? If you would like to learn more about this position, see the attached link. If you would like to APPLY for this position, it can also be found on our website at Careers - (santodomingotribe.org).

Santo Domingo Pueblo exercises Indian preference in employment opportunities but otherwise supports non‑discrimination on the basis of age, sex, religion, disability, color, race, or national origin, except where required by bona fide business necessity.

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour