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Epi Duran Substance Abuse Therapist (DOH/NMBHI #13637)

New Mexico Department of Health
Las Vegas, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026
Salary

$32.15 - $48.23 Hourly

$66,880 - $100,320 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C9

Posting Details

New Mexico Department of Health and New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute are working to open a substance abuse treatment program that will include medically monitored withdrawal management and social rehabilitation for adults at the Epi Duran building in Las Vegas, NM. We will serve clients struggling with mental health illness and substance abuse and work as a team to connect them to resources in effort to guide them toward long term sobriety.

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

This individual will provide direct counseling services for patients diagnosed with mental health and substance use disorders at Turquoise Lodge Hospital, and will plan, direct, and review the work of other licensed clinical staff and hospital clinical programming. This position ensures that hospital programming is delivered in accordance with organizational policy, New Mexico State Counseling Practice, NM Administrative code, and the Joint Commission requirements.

How does it get done?

Through the use of evidence-based practices, assessment, and treatment planning. Provide direct care services and supervise licensed clinician providing substance use treatment for individuals, families, and groups within inpatient and outpatient settings.

Who are the customers?

Adult patients with chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate must be a team player, have excellent time management skills, be a self-starter, must be able to handle disruptive patients and de-escalate situations

Minimum Qualification

Licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT and one (1) year of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.

Employment Requirements

Must possess a valid Driver's License

Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate

  • SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS--This position ls designated as safely sensitive. Employment Is subject to pre-employment and random testing. In accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment ls subject to nationwide criminal background checks and is conditional pending results.
  • CRIMINAL RECORDS BACKGROUND CHECK-Must successfully complete post offer pre-employment criminal records background check. Employment is conditional pending the results of criminal records background checks. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage.

Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information: Nathan Gonzales (505)827-1915 Email

Agency Contact Information: Kaylene Maldondo (505)454-2371 Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Salary : $66,880 - $100,320

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