Director, Employee Assistance & Workplace Well-Being

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a Director for the Counseling, Assistance and Referral Services (CARS) to begin January 2027. The Director will supervise clinical and administrative staff, provide direct counseling and crisis support, and collaborate with campus partners to promote employee wellbeing and best practices in EAP services.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree in behavioral health and NM licensure eligibility, with 5+ years post-licensure experience in counseling and EAP.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a recognized behavioral health field and at least 5 years of counseling and EAP experience.
• State of New Mexico independent licensure or eligibility documented for NM licensure.
• Completed degrees above minimum education may substitute for experience year-for-year.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and managerial supervision for CARS staff ensuring effective service delivery.
• Deliver direct services including supervisory consultations, brief counseling, training, and crisis interventions.
• Develop and oversee implementation of employee mental health and substance abuse education programs.
• Coordinate with campus partners to promote employee wellbeing and collaborate with committees.
• Plan and oversee CARS budgets and operations.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Budget management

Crisis intervention

Collaboration

Public speaking

Education

Master's degree in behavioral health

NM independent licensure eligibility

Job description

The University of New Mexico is seeking a Director for the Counseling, Assistance and Referral Services (CARS) to begin January 2027. The Director will supervise clinical and administrative staff, provide direct counseling and crisis support, and collaborate with campus partners to promote employee wellbeing and best practices in EAP services.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree in behavioral health and NM licensure eligibility, with 5+ years post-licensure experience in counseling and EAP.