Sex Offender Counselor

About the role

Lead with Compassion in a Unique Setting - Take on a rewarding role at the Otero County Prison Facility in Chaparral, New Mexico. We are seeking professionals who thrive in diverse environments and are committed to delivering high-quality care to underserved populations. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in correctional counseling, we want you on our team!

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments using the approved assessment tool to include psychological tests, clinical interviews and other techniques designed to define treatment goals and strategies for inmates.
• Design a specific treatment plan for inmates, based on their specific needs, risk factors and current assessment, incorporating learning objectives and objective standards from the sex offender treatment curriculum.
• Conduct group counseling and individual counseling as appropriate based on treatment goals outlined during the initial assessment.
• Demonstrate to others the rationale for interventions provided and key decisions made throughout the course of treatment.
• Routinely evaluate inmates’ progress and complete a monthly progress report.
• Provide recommendations for successful completion of the program.
• Design a post-treatment plan with inmates to prepare for release and reintegration into the community.
• Complete a Treatment Summary prior to the inmates’ release.
• Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
• Maintain accountability of staff, inmates, and property; adhere to safety practices.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling or related field and, at minimum, a New Mexico Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC – active or temporary), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), or Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) licensure required.
• Licence-eligible and new graduate candidates considered.
• Valid driver's license in the state of New Mexico or the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Qualifications

• Education and experience requirements as detailed above.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of sex offender treatment curriculum.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement account.
• Long and short-term disability.
• PTO and 11 paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program.

Pay

Pay Rate: $ 25 per hour

Schedule

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 7am-3pm, no weekends

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement account.
• Long and short-term disability.
• PTO and 11 paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program.

About Us

Learn more about Management & Training Corporation here.