Greetings Tribal community members:
I would like to introduce myself – my
name is Starla Brown (photo right) and I
am the new patient benefits coordinator for
the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians.
I have worked with the Oregon Health
Plan (OHP) for the last seven years. My
training started with the Coquille Tribe
in 2011. I also worked with the Confed-
erated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua &
Siuslaw Indians for a few years and now
I have the opportunity to assist Siletz
Tribal members.
I bring with me knowledge of all
aspects of patient accounts and patient
benefits. I have worked the full circle,
from initial encounter to picking which
plan you would like to sign up for on the
marketplace to billing and paying bills in
Purchased/Referred Care (PRC), formerly
Contract Health Services (CHS).
I encourage you to contact me with
any questions or concerns; if they are
beyond my scope, I will surely find you
an answer. Failure to apply for an alter-
native resource such as OHP or submit
an insurance card if you carry private
insurance may render you ineligible for
Purchased/Referred Care.
CTSI Jobs
Tribal employment information is available at ctsi.nsn.us.
Note: “Open Until Filled” vacan-
cies may close at any time. The Tribe’s
Indian Prefeence policy will apply. Tribal
government will not discriminate in
selection because of race, creed, age,
sex, color, national origin, physical
handicap, marital status, politics,
membership or non-membership in an
employee orgnization.
CTSI constantly is looking for
temporary employees to cover vacancy,
vacations, maternity leave and extended
sick leave. If you are looking for tem-
porary work that can last from 2-12
weeks, please submit an application for
the temp pool.
Send applications to:
Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
Attn: Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 549
Siletz, OR 97380-0549
Fax number: 541-444-8375 or 800-922-
1399, ext. 1375
Human Resources: 800-922-1399,
ext. 1274, or 541-444-8274
Website: ctsi.nsn.us
Email: hrdepartment@ctsi.nsn.us
Most Often Requested Numbers
Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians –
800-922-1399
Siletz Community Health Clinic –
800-648-0449
Salem Area Office – 503-390-9494
Siletz Behavioral Health – 800-600-5599
Salem Finance Office – 888-870-9051
Portland Area Office – 503-238-1512
Chinook Winds Casino Resort –
888-244-6665
Eugene Area Office – 541-484-4234
Chemawa Health Clinic – 800-452-7823
Contract Health Services (CHS) –
800-628-5720
Bureau of Indian Affairs – 800-323-8517
I also have training with the Federally
Funded Marketplace (FFM). If you have
been denied OHP and you feel that you
should be eligible for something, we can
check the FFM to see if you are eligible
for a no-cost-to-you plan.
I not only assist with Siletz Tribal
members, but I also help blended families
or households within the community.
Starla Brown
Patient Benefits Coordinator
Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
OHP/FFM Certified Application Assister
541-444-9611 or 800-648-0449
starlab@ctsi.nsn.us
Opening Date: Sept. 6, 2018
Closing Date: Oct. 31, 2018
Job Title: Mental Health Therapist
Salary/Wage: $35.26/hour
Tribal Level: 23
Location: Siletz, Ore.
Classification: Full Time, Exempt
Job Posting Number: 201847
Introduction: The mental health
therapist provides counseling services,
consultation and support of clinic and
Behavioral Health patients.
Requirements: Master’s degree
in psychology, counseling or medical
social work and licensed professional
counselor (LPC), licensed mental
health counselor (LMHC) or licensed
clinical social worker (LCSW) and
three years providing counseling ser-
vices – OR – an equivalent licensure to
the State of Oregon and ability to obtain
Oregon licensure within six months of
hire and two years providing counsel-
ing services.
Knowledge of: Physiological,
psychological, behavioral and social
variables of an array of mental health
disorders. Current theories and prac-
tices in the area of treatment, preven-
tion, aftercare therapy regarding mental
health care for children and adults. Psy-
chopathology and skill in diagnosing
mental health disorders. Human growth
and development psychodynamics and
therapeutic techniques gained through
formal and informal training. The
dynamics and impact of family dysfunc-
tion, including abuse and neglect with
or without alcohol and drug addiction.
Psychotropic medications. Dynamics of
mental health consultation. Experience
in: Individual and family therapy. Abil-
ity to: Provide individual, family and
group therapy for children, teens and
adults. Effectively apply and implement
current theories, practices in the area of
mental health treatment. Interpret com-
munity culture, values and structure and
respond appropriately to develop trust
and positive therapeutic relationships.
For more information about the Siletz Tribe, please visit ctsi.nsn.us.
Website – ctsi.nsn.us
“Ch’ee t’u”
Siletz Basketry Classes
Siletz
Tribal Community Center
Oct. 8 • 5-7 p.m.
Portland
Portland Area Office
Oct. 15 • 5-7 p.m.
Eugene
Eugene Area Office
Oct. 9 • 5-7 p.m.
Salem
Salem Area Office
Oct. 16 • 5-7 p.m.
Come and learn how to make
Siletz baskets. All ages welcome.
Young people under 10 years old
need an adult to accompany and
assist them.
The Siletz Culture Department will
provide round reed material and
instructors. If you have your own
materials, please bring them.
Contact: Bud Lane at budl@ctsi.nsn.us;
541-444-8320 or 800-922-1399,
ext. 1320.
Sponsored by the
Education and Culture Departments
Culture Craft Night
Dentalium Stringing Class
Siletz
Tribal Community Center
Nov. 5 • 5-7 p.m.
Eugene
Eugene Area Office
Nov. 6 • 5-7 p.m.
Portland
Portland Area Office
Nov. 13 • 5-7 p.m.
Salem
Salem Area Office
Nov. 14 • 5-7 p.m.
Siletz Tribal members are invited to come and learn how to string dentalium.
All ages are welcome. Young people under age 10 need an adult to accompany and
assist them. The Siletz Culture Department will provide material and instructors.
If you have your own materials, please bring them.
Contact: Bud Lane, budl@ctsi.nsn.us; 541-444-8320 or 800-922-1399, ext. 1320.
Sponsored by the Education and Culture Departments
October 2018
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