Behavioral Health Therapist — Therapy & Addiction Care

Universal Health Services; Las Cruces (NM); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Excellent medical/dental/vision

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Pet insurance

Job summary

Universal Health Services seeks a licensed therapist at Mesilla Valley Hospital to provide individualized, group, and family therapy, as well as crisis intervention and referrals as needed.

You will collaborate with care teams to address biopsychosocial needs, supporting patients toward emotional well-being and recovery within a behavioral health setting.

The position emphasizes clinical assessment, care planning, and evidence-based therapeutic techniques in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related mental health field and NM licenses: LPC, LMSW, LAT, LMHC, LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT.
• Minimum of one year of clinical and chemical dependency counseling experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment skills and knowledge of therapeutic planning and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group and family therapy, crisis intervention, and referrals as needed.
• Consultation and teaching to patients and staff.
• Assist patients in meeting biopsychosocial needs to reach optimal emotional health.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Therapeutic planning

Therapeutic techniques

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Universal Health Services seeks a licensed therapist at Mesilla Valley Hospital to provide individualized, group, and family therapy, as well as crisis intervention and referrals as needed.

You will collaborate with care teams to address biopsychosocial needs, supporting patients toward emotional well-being and recovery within a behavioral health setting.

The position emphasizes clinical assessment, care planning, and evidence-based therapeutic techniques in a multidisciplinary environment.