Mental Health Professional - Central NM

Position Summary

As a Mental Health Professional at our facility, you'll play a vital role on a multidisciplinary team delivering essential behavioral health services to a diverse and often underserved population. Working under the clinical direction of mental health leadership, you will provide assessment, treatment, and coordination of care to support patient stability and overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Conducting mental health screenings, assessments, and clinical evaluations
• Providing individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and ongoing treatment planning
• Observing and assessing patient behavior to identify clinical needs and risks
• Collaborating with the behavioral health team to develop, implement, and adjust treatment plans
• Coordinating psychiatric services, including tracking referrals, supporting medication management processes, and ensuring proper documentation
• Delivering therapeutic interventions such as counseling, behavior modification, and psychoeducation
• Monitoring patient progress and ensuring treatment goals are effectively implemented and documented
• Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and care coordination efforts
• Supporting case management activities, chart reviews, and internal audit processes
• Assisting with program development, special projects, and staff training as needed
• Maintaining accurate, timely documentation in accordance with policies and standards
• Upholding safety, security, and confidentiality protocols within the correctional environment

Requirements

• Full license, temporary license, or associate license in New Mexico as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Current CPR certification
• Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling
• At least two (2) years of prior clinical experience working with forensic clients; familiarity with relevant research literature, clinical assessments, procedures, and methods; ability to assess treatment goals and write goal-directed, individualized treatment plans; ability to monitor and document individual behavior patterns and modify treatment plans; familiarity with diagnostic nomenclature outlined in the most recent Diagnostic and Statistical Manual

Qualifications

• Compassion and empathy for those in need
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of correctional healthcare settings and regulations
• Experience with data management and documentation

Skills

• Therapeutic interventions
• Behavioral health assessments
• Treatment planning and monitoring
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
• Documentation and record-keeping

Benefits

Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays
Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Dental and Vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
Continuing education options
Free CEUs
Pet Insurance
Flexible pay options, including Wisely Card and PayPal
Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

Pay

Compensation commensurate with experience

Schedule

Opportunities available for day shift

About the Role

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional healthcare providers, serving justice-involved patients for over 30 years. Many of our patients are receiving their first experience with quality, compassionate care—and it starts with you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates. Your Skills Matter Here. Your Compassion Changes Lives. Apply today and become the Mental Health Professional your community needs.