Transitional Living Program Manager

Santo Domingo Pueblo; Santo Domingo Pueblo / Kewa (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave policy, including vacation and holidays

Affordable medical plans (health, dental, vision)

Competitive 401k retirement plan

Job summary

Santo Domingo Pueblo is looking for a Transitional Living Program Manager to support adult male tribal members recovering from various challenges. The Manager oversees all program aspects, ensuring a safe, supportive, and culturally sensitive environment. Responsibilities include managing operations, supervising Certified Peer Support Workers, and collaborating with the Kewa Family Wellness Center and other programs. A Master's Degree in a mental health field and direct experience with Native American clients are required. Competitive benefits and a generous leave policy are offered.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a mental health related field; current license to practice needed.
• Excellent communication skills required to engage with clients and staff.
• Experience with Native American clients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage program development and day-to-day operations.
• Supervise a team of Certified Peer Support Workers.
• Coordinate activities with various tribal programs.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Knowledgeable in trauma informed approaches and crises intervention

Self-Starter, able to make decisions independently

Education

Master's Degree in mental health related field; Licensed Mental Health Professional in New Mexico

Job description

Transitional Living Program Manager

About Santo Domingo: 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 5000 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.

About Our Work Environment

Our work environment has:

• Friendly staff
• Supportive work environment
• Flexibility
• And is 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.

Summary of Position

Through direct services and program management, this position engages and supports Santo Domingo adult male tribal members who are in recovery from substance use, mental health challenges, homelessness, or have a history of justice involvement in the process of healing, recovery, and re‑integration with the community. The Transitional Living Manager is responsible for program development, day‑to‑day operations, and service delivery including providing excellent direct clinical services and oversight of services provided by Certified Peer Support Workers (CPSWs) and associated documentation and 3rd party billing. The Manager ensures a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive living environment, promotes daily routines, supervises a team of CPSWs, and supports clients in achieving personal and program goals. The Manager works closely with KFWC leadership to maintain high‑quality services and foster a sense of connection, healing, and belonging for all residents. This position will coordinate and facilitate activities while working closely with programs provided by the Kewa Family Wellness Center (KFWC), Tribal Courts, and other tribal programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in mental health related field; Licensed Mental Health Professional in the state of New Mexico (LPCC, LCSW, LMSW and LMHC).
  • Please attach your current license to your application or resume.
• Previous experience with Native American clients and sensitivity to Native American traditions and cultural practices preferred.
• Previous experience in residential treatment programs preferred.
• Previous experience supervising CPSWs / CCSS preferred
• Keres language fluency preferred
• Must be physically capable of performing the job.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to focus the efforts of the entire staff to meet the Santo Domingo Pueblo goals.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Food Handler's Certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Knowledgeable in trauma informed approaches and crises intervention.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills
• Valid New Mexico driver's license and ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements.
• Self‑Starter, able to make decisions independently.
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a background check, MVR check, and drug screening.

Are you ready to join our Team?

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.