Therapist - Intensive Outpatient (134-70)

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