Equine Therapy Mental Health Counselor (Community-Based)

Pueblo of San Felipe; Algodones (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pueblo of San Felipe seeks a Community Mental Health Counselor in Algodones, New Mexico. This role involves providing psychological assessment and therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families. Key duties include outpatient therapy, crisis intervention, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have a Master's in counseling or social work and be independently licensed in New Mexico. Skills in multicultural sensitivity and effective communication are essential, along with a willingness to learn equine therapy techniques. Partial remote work may be required based on service delivery.

Qualifications

• Open mind and willingness to learn equine therapy.
• Experience in a family-centered environment desired.
• Positive experience with collaborating in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to evaluate progress of therapeutic treatments.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to patients’ rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient counseling and therapy to clients.
• Evaluate information to identify presenting problems.
• Manage caseload and prepare individualized services.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide crisis intervention as determined by supervisor.

Skills

Mental health counseling methods

Crisis intervention techniques

Community mental health resources

Understanding of clinical counseling principles

Effective communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in counseling or Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Pueblo of San Felipe seeks a Community Mental Health Counselor in Algodones, New Mexico. This role involves providing psychological assessment and therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families. Key duties include outpatient therapy, crisis intervention, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have a Master's in counseling or social work and be independently licensed in New Mexico. Skills in multicultural sensitivity and effective communication are essential, along with a willingness to learn equine therapy techniques. Partial remote work may be required based on service delivery.