Forensic Behavioral Health Therapist

New Mexico Department of Health; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (NMBHI) seeks a licensed behavioral health clinician to provide therapy and assessments in the Forensic Division. The role supports adults with acute/chronic emotional and psychiatric conditions in a hospital setting, focusing on trauma-informed, person-centered care and successful transitions to the community.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, individual and group psychotherapy, team collaboration, crisis intervention, and meticulous

Qualifications

• Licensure in NM as LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT required.
• One year of related experience or acceptable education substitution.
• Must possess and maintain NM Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psycho-social assessments and develop person centered treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy to adults with acute or chronic mental illness.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and rehabilitation specialists.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and contribute clinical insight to care planning.
• Engage in crisis intervention and deescalation support as needed.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust interventions accordingly.
• Maintain clinical documentation in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.

Skills

Psycho-social assessments

Crisis intervention

Individual psychotherapy

Group psychotherapy

Education

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

Job description

The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (NMBHI) seeks a licensed behavioral health clinician to provide therapy and assessments in the Forensic Division. The role supports adults with acute/chronic emotional and psychiatric conditions in a hospital setting, focusing on trauma-informed, person-centered care and successful transitions to the community.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, individual and group psychotherapy, team collaboration, crisis intervention, and meticulous