Therapist - Intensive Outpatient (134-70)

La Clinica de Familia Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 58,118 - 74,813; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance - PPO

401(K) with employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

La Clinica de Familia Inc in Las Cruces seeks a dedicated mental health professional to provide assessment and therapeutic services to individuals, families, and groups. This role requires a master's degree and a valid New Mexico license.

Primary responsibilities include delivering crisis interventions, managing cases, and assisting in the development of community support programs. Applicants should have experience working with substance use clients and a commitment to effective communication and cultural competency.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a behavioral health related field.
• Current New Mexico license in the field of counseling, social work, psychology or marriage and family therapy.
• At least one year of relevant experience working with clients with substance or alcohol use.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessment, diagnostic evaluation, crisis intervention, and case management.
• Provides education to support systems and community agencies related to patient care.
• Assists in staff orientation and team supervision providing feedback.

Skills

Knowledge of psychotherapy

Skill in assessment procedures

Ability to establish therapeutic alliance

Effective communication skills

Cultural competency in assessment

Education

Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field

Job description

La Clinica de Familia (LCDF) is a FQHC with several locations in Southern New Mexico. For over 40 years, we have provided services to the residents of Southern New Mexico. Our mission statement definitely speaks to what La Clinica de Familia stands for, which is to empower and enrich families, individuals, and communities by providing quality medical, dental, behavioral health and educational service for people of all cultures.

Exempt

$58,118 to $74,813

Job Summary:

Performs assessment, diagnostic evaluation, crisis intervention, case management, and therapeutic services for individuals, families, and groups; coordinates with and provides education to support system and community agencies in relation to patient care; assists in staff orientation and training; assists in team supervision and provides feedback to assist in planning, development, and implementation of services for their program.

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge of various modes of psychotherapy and evidence-based practices, especially crisis intervention and short-term models using individual, group, and familial approaches.
• Skill in assessment procedures, diagnostic evaluation, therapeutic treatment, and case management practices including follow-up and closure.
• Ability to establish therapeutic alliance with clients and their families.
• Ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team and with the public.
• Assesses and incorporates culture into assessment and treatment processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Actively seek feedback and supervision, and engage in personal reflection and self-correction.
• Acknowledges impact of own feelings and cultural values on practice.
• Knowledge of ethical principles and state laws.
• Knowledge of and adheres to state reporting and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintains appropriate boundaries with patients.
• Assesses for trauma and engages in trauma informed practices.
• Formulates realistic, patient centered treatment goals and evaluate progress toward goals.
• Knowledge of developmental needs of population served.

Job Requirements:

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a behavioral health related field.
• Current New Mexico license in the field of counseling, social work, psychology or marriage and family therapy.
• Have at least one year of relevant experience working with clients with substance or alcohol use.
• Must maintain a clean driving record, valid driver’s license, and current car insurance.
• Must submit to LCDF required background check, TB screen and drug testing.
• Bilingual Preferred.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance - PPO
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Supplement Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays (9)
• Education Reimbursement
• Cafeteria Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Reimbursement

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