Mobile Crisis Therapist

RiverValley Consulting Services; Albuquerque (NM); Vor Ort; USD 56.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Clinical supervision

Wellness program

Mileage reimbursement

PSLF eligible

NHSC loan repayment

Zusammenfassung

New Mexico Solutions is seeking a Mobile Crisis Therapist to assess individuals in behavioral health crises, de-escalate acute situations, and develop immediate treatment plans. You will work with a crisis team to provide coordinated services and participate in nights/weekends call rotations.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s degree in a related field, a NM license (LMSW, LCSW, LPCC, LPC, LMHC, LPAT, LMFT), and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in human services or health-related field.
• Must possess one of the NM licenses: LMSW, LCSW, LPCC, LPC, LMHC, LPAT, LMFT.
• Independent licensure and LADAC preferred.
• Any candidate who can meet state requirements to provide clinical services will be considered.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a private vehicle for day-to-day job performance.

Aufgaben

• Provide crisis services and develop treatment plans.
• De-escalate crisis and coordinate with community providers.
• Participate in on-call coverage during nights and weekends.
• Document services within required timeframes and standards.
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary crisis team.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Mental health knowledge

Empathy

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in human services or health-related field

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title: Mobile Crisis Therapist

Location: Albuquerque, NM 87102

Description:

Description

The Licensed Behavioral Health Therapist utilizes clinical skills to assess individuals experiencing behavioral health crises, identifying behavioral health components which have contributed to the crisis. They assist individuals and family members clinically in de-escalating the immediate crisis and developing a treatment plan to address those needs. They also work as a team with other crisis team staff to provide coordinated services. This position is required to participate in a call rotation on nights and weekends.

Why Choose New Mexico Solutions?

New Mexico Solutions is now a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), expanding access to high-quality, integrated care in the communities we serve. Join a mission-driven organization committed to clinical excellence, professional growth, and meaningful impact.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, Telehealth)
• Paid time off + 9 holidays
• Retirement plan options
• Tuition reimbursement + free CEUs
• Clinical supervision
• Wellness & employee assistance programs
• Mileage reimbursement for work related travel
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - eligible employer
• Eligible clinical positions may qualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program

Essential Functions:

1. Therapeutic Crisis Services: Participates as an active treatment team member providing crisis services to individuals in with mental health and substance use issues as evidenced by:
   1. The ability to identify behavioral health and substance use components contributing to crisis situations/presentations.
   2. Providing culturally and clinically appropriate interventions to crisis situations including but not limited to, assessment for SI HI assessment, appropriateness for services, referral and level of care needs.
   3. Demonstrating ability to de-escalate immediate crisis, assess client needs, and develop treatment plans to address those needs.
   4. Ability to develop safety and after care plans to reduce future crisis.
   5. Coordinating and collaborating with community providers/entities related to client care.
   6. Participating in on-call coverage and responding to on-call incidents in a manner that meets contract requirements and timelines.
2. Clinical Service Delivery and Clinical Service Team Approach: Participates as an active treatment team member serving individuals with mental health and substance use issues as evidenced by:
   1. Demonstrating the ability to recognize and identify symptoms of mental illness and substance use.
   2. Participating as a member of a multi-disciplinary team approach to treatment and recovery.
   3. Provide clinically appropriate psychotherapy services as dictated by the clinical needs of the client(s), to include individual, group, IOP, family and couples’ therapies, within the clinicians’ level of expertise. Seek out consultation and supervision as needed.
3. Outreach, Engagement, Follow-Up: Provides comprehensive outreach, engagement, and follow up to assigned individuals as evidenced by:
   1. Providing comprehensive outreach and follow up to all assigned individuals including contact attempts over the phone, in-person, in the home etc.
   2. Demonstrating the ability to engage and develop rapport with individuals presenting with a variety of symptoms/presentations.
4. Cultural Competence and Diversity: Provides culturally appropriate services to diverse populations as evidenced by:
   1. Providing services that are person-centered.
   2. Providing services that are culturally relevant.
   3. Providing a non-judgmental, open, and welcoming approach to diverse populations.
5. Documentation: Completed documentation that meets identified expectations as evidenced by:
   1. Documenting all services provided within expected time frames.
   2. Documenting all services provided in a manner that meets service definitions, regulatory standards, and agency expectations.
   3. Documenting all services provided in a manner that is person-centered and meets quality improvement goals.
6. Efficiency and Productivity: Consistently meeting established productivity standards as evidenced by:
   1. Demonstrating excellent organizational skills.
   2. Demonstrating effective use of time management techniques.
   3. Demonstrating the use of effective engagement skills.
   4. Consistently meeting established productivity standards.
7. Staff Development Activities: Participates in staff development activities to increase skills and professional development as evidenced by:
   1. Participating in and completing all required trainings in an accurate and timely manner.
   2. Identifying and requesting training or skill enhancement opportunities.
   3. Engaging in cross-training activities with other team members.
   4. Attending and participating in required meetings and supervision sessions and implementing supervisory feedback in work performance.
   5. Demonstrates the ability to apply supervisory recommendations to work performance.
8. Other: Completes other administrative support duties and special projects as developed and assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

1. Master’s degree in human services or health-related field (including, but not limited to counseling, social work, psychology, etc.)
2. Licensure/Certification:
   1. Must possess one of the following New Mexico licenses: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
3. Independent licensure and LADAC preferred.
4. Any candidate whom can meet state requirements to provide clinical services within their field will be considered.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a private vehicle for day-to-day job performance.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to interact with various types of people.
• A sound understanding of mental health and/or substance abuse problems and treatments.
• Personal traits that include: patience, tolerance, caring, maturity, and understanding.

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Master's degree

Job Shift: Day

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.