Group Therapy Lead Counselor (LPCC/LMFT)

Families and Youth Innovations Plus; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Families & Youth Innovations Plus (FYI+) in Las Cruces, NM, seeks a Group Therapy Therapist to provide direct clinical services by facilitating and supervising evidence-based group therapy within Outpatient Services. This role emphasizes delivering high-quality therapeutic groups to diverse populations while maintaining clinical integrity and regulatory compliance.

You will lead groups, supervise licensed and paraprofessional staff, and ensure accurate documentation in the EHR, with a focus

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling or Family & Marriage Therapy.
• Current Independent New Mexico State License (LPCC or LMFT).
• Certification in Clinical Supervision or willingness to obtain within two months of hire.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate evidence-based group therapy using appropriate modalities (psycho-educational, process, skill-building, DBT).
• Provide group therapy and related services per agency/contract standards.
• Oversee and supervise non-independently licensed clinicians and paraprofessionals in group therapy.
• Maintain timely client records in the EHR, adhering to standards and policies.
• Ensure continuity of care and access to services for group participants.
• Collaborate with team on client care and group progress.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation within group settings.

Skills

Strong communication

Writing skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling or Family & Marriage Therapy

Job description

Families & Youth Innovations Plus (FYI+) in Las Cruces, NM, seeks a Group Therapy Therapist to provide direct clinical services by facilitating and supervising evidence-based group therapy within Outpatient Services. This role emphasizes delivering high-quality therapeutic groups to diverse populations while maintaining clinical integrity and regulatory compliance.

You will lead groups, supervise licensed and paraprofessional staff, and ensure accurate documentation in the EHR, with a focus