Therapist - Children's Outpatient - (111-70)

Job Summary

Performs assessment, diagnostic evaluation, crisis intervention, case management, and therapeutic services for individuals, families, and groups; provides community consultation and education and staff orientation and training; assists in team supervision and participates in the planning, development, and implementation of services as part of the Child Family Team or Adult Recovery Team.

Core Competencies

• Considerable knowledge of various modes of psychotherapy, especially crisis intervention and short-term models using individual, group, and familial approaches.
• Considerable skill in assessment procedures, diagnostic evaluation, therapeutic treatment, and case management practices including follow-up and closure.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of community mental health, alcohol, and/or substance abuse services.
• Knowledge of psychopathology and psychotherapeutic techniques.
• Knowledge of program planning, development, and implementation of services for special populations.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and providing professional guidance and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain an effective and caring relationship with clients and their families.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team and with the public.
• Knowledge of the cultural characteristics of various minority groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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.
• 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.

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