Behavioral Health Counselors

The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Indian Education is seeking proposals for two full-time licensed Behavioral Health Counselors to provide comprehensive school-based mental health services at Pine Ridge School in South Dakota. The contract requires counselors to hold a master's degree in a relevant behavioral health field, maintain current state licensure, and possess a minimum of three years of experience working with children or adolescents. Key responsibilities include conducting behavioral health assessments, developing individualized student plans, providing individual and group counseling, facilitating psychoeducational sessions, and supporting school-wide mental health initiatives. Proposals are being sought under a labor-hour contract type with a base year and four option years, with each counselor required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week during the school year and summer session. The proposal deadline is January 5, 2026, and all personnel must pass security clearance requirements and comply with child protection regulations. The solicitation number is 140A2326Q0013, and evaluation will focus on the qualifications and experience of proposed personnel.

This solicitation utilizes an unrestricted set-aside with no specific incumbent mentioned. The contract is structured as a labor-hour arrangement with a minimum of 40 and maximum of 3,360 hours per year across both positions, though specific award values are not disclosed in the available materials. The service location is Pine Ridge School, located at 101 Thorpe Loop on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in Pine Ridge, South Dakota 57770. The contract will span a base year with four option years, providing a multi-year engagement opportunity. The NAICS category is 621330 for Offices of Mental Health Practitioners, and the PSC category is Q519 for Behavioral and Mental Health services. Interested vendors should note that this opportunity is particularly suited for contractors with experience serving Native American communities and school-based populations.