Behavioral Health Therapist (DOH/SATC #36128)

New Mexico Department of Justice; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sequoyah Adolescent Treatment Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist to provide inpatient treatment for adolescent males aged 13-17. You will conduct assessments, individual, group and family therapy, and case management, with representation at legal proceedings and discharge.

Ideal candidates hold NM licensure (LMSW/LISW/LMHC/LMFT/LPCC/LCSW/LPAT) or provisional licensure with full licensure within 1 year, plus 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate holds NM licensure as LMSW/LISW/LMHC/LMFT/LPCC/LCSW/LPAT or provisional licensure with full licensure within 1 year.
• One year of experience related to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and pass pre-employment background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient treatment, assessments, individual, group and family therapy, and case management.
• Represent residents at legal proceedings and at discharge.
• Collaborate with CYFD and JJS providers; work with youths who may exhibit violent behavior.
• Utilize Crisis Prevention Intervention and Trauma Informed Care; employ de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Adolescent therapy experience

Crisis Intervention

Trauma Informed Care

Education

NM licensure: LMSW/LISW/LMHC/LMFT/LPCC/LCSW/LPAT

Job description

Job Title Behavioral Health Therapist (DOH/SATC #36128)

For more Job Requirements & Classification Description:

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

This position will provide inpatient treatment in the adolescent treatment center. The incumbent is
responsible for all phases of treatment including assessments, individual, group and family therapy,
case management and representation at legal proceedings and at the time of discharge. The position
requires extensive planning, documentation, reporting and working closely with Children Youth and
Families Department (CYFD) and Juvenile Justice System (JJS) providers. Incumbent will work with
individuals who may exhibit violent behavior.

How does it get done?

Crisis Prevention Intervention and Trauma Informed Care are the cornerstone of treatment at Sequoyah
Adolescent Treatment Center. De-escalation techniques and coping mechanisms are offered to residents and
life skills are taught to assist with success upon discharge.

Who are the customers?

Our facility is a secure facility which serves the needs of adolescent males age 13-17 with a history
of violence and aggression.

Ideal Candidate

LPCC or LCSW and experience working with adolescents.

Licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT; or provisional licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, or temporary licensure in New Mexico as an LPCC, LMHC, LMFT, or LPAT, with full licensure obtained within one (1) year of hire; and one (1) year of experience related to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.
Department of Public Safety only: Applicants must be fully licensed.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must maintain licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an adolescent treatment center, with exposure to mentally and/or behaviorally challenged residents, who may exhibit unpredictable behaviors. This position may work in an office setting using related office equipment, with exposure to Visual Video Display Terminal and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.