Mental Health Counselor

Faith Works Counseling; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Job summary

Faith Works Counseling in Albuquerque, NM seeks compassionate Mental Health professionals to join the Multisystemic Therapy (MST) team. The role focuses on in-home, family-centered services for up to 6 active clients, empowering parents and youth through evidence-based methods.

Join an agency that offers MST training and ongoing professional development, with the autonomy of a private practice and a supportive, diverse team in a community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling or related field with NM licensure.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in psychology or related field (limited to 2 candidates per team).
• Bilingual English/Spanish and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly case planning and evaluations with supervisors and team.
• Use MST principles to engage families and client strengths to promote positive change.
• Receive ongoing MST training and professional development.
• Conduct thorough assessments to inform treatment planning.
• Engage caregivers, family, and community staff in treatment.
• Balance caseload, clinical contact, and paperwork.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in counseling

Bachelor’s degree in psychology

Job description

At Faith Works, we are committed to providing inclusive and compassionate care to all clients, regardless of their religious beliefs or backgrounds. Our approach is rooted in respect and acceptance, ensuring that we serve a diverse clientele using a wide range of clinical counseling methods. We believe in hiring a varied team of professionals, valuing diverse perspectives and experiences, which enhances our ability to meet the unique needs of every individual we serve. Our mission is to create a supportive environment where both clients and employees feel valued and understood.

About the Role

We are looking for compassionate Mental Health professionals to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico and provide support through the Multisystemic Therapy program. With this role you will have the support of an agency with the autonomy of a private practice.

The Multisystemic Therapy (MST) role is focused on providing intensive in-home treatment services for up to 6 active clients, empowering parents, youth, and families. You'll work to create lasting, strength-based behavioral changes through individual and family counseling, case management, advocacy, and more, within the client's home and community environments.

We provide training upon joining the MST program, along with ongoing professional development to ensure adherence to the model.

Therapist Responsibilities:

• Participate in weekly case planning and evaluations with support from supervisors and team members, including group supervision.
• Use MST principles to leverage family and client strengths, focus on positives, understand behavioral sequences, and promote appropriate behavior.
• Receive ongoing training and professional development in the MST model to build extensive clinical skills.
• Conduct thorough assessments of clients and families to inform treatment planning.
• Engage primary caregivers, family members, and community staff (schools, probation, child welfare) in change-oriented treatment.
• Balance caseloads, clinical contact, paperwork, and case management.
• Provide clinical evaluations and intake screenings to determine treatment needs.
• Offer services both in person and via telehealth, as needed.
• Be available to clients Monday through Friday, with on-call rotation for weekends.

Therapist Qualifications:

• Location Requirement: Candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to Albuquerque, New Mexico or the surrounding areas.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly in English and Spanish.
• Detail-oriented, compassionate, and empathetic.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Demonstrates a community-minded approach and actively contributes to building and maintaining a strong client base.

Education and Licensing Requirements:

• Master’s degree in counseling or a related field with licensure as LAC, LMHC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, LAMFT, or LMFT with the State of New Mexico.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field encouraged to apply who have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in psychology or a related field (limited to 2 candidates per team of 4).