What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Therapist position at Nurstead Mental Health & Consulting Services?
Nurstead Mental Health & Consulting Services has been creating programs and services that have never existed here in Eastern New Mexico join us in creating a shift in behavioral health in the communities of Eastern New Mexico. As Nurstead continues to grow and expand our programs in Curry, Roosevelt, Quay, Chavez and other parts of New Mexico we are seeking new additions to our outpatient therapy department.
Become part of a team working to change the face of treatment in New Mexico.
SUMMARY
A therapist’s main responsibility is to provide the necessary care and support to help patients resolve and manage issues in their lives. Providing individual, family, couples counseling on a wide array of mental health and substance use issues.
This position would be partially online therapy and partially in office.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducting initial consultations to gather patient information
Assessing patients’ emotional and mental health and developing treatment plans to meet them
Asking questions and listening to help patients explore their thoughts and feelings
Leading patients through mental exercises and role-playing activities when beneficial
Providing scheduled therapy, walk in crisis, and crisis support via phone related to mental health and substance use diagnoses and challenges.
Providing referrals for additional care or services when required
Maintaining detailed confidential records in accordance with agency policies and complete required outcomes protocols.
Participate in agency meetings, training, and in-services.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with a disability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or related degree.
Licensed within the State of New Mexico with LLCSW, LPCC, LMSW, LMHC, or LMFT
Experience with provision of crisis intervention, assessment, and diagnosis. (training provided)
Demonstrated Competencies:
Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with consumers, referrals sources, and other community providers is absolutely essential.
Ability to relate to a diverse population
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
LANGUAGE
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.
BENEFITS
Health Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
401K with matching
PTO and sick leave
Flexible schedule
Free internal and external training
OTHER
Must be licensed in the State of NM as an LMHC, LPCC, LMSW, LCSW or LMFT
*** This position has multiple work locations ***
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Become part of a team working to change the face of treatment in New Mexico.
SUMMARY
A therapist’s main responsibility is to provide the necessary care and support to help patients resolve and manage issues in their lives. Providing individual, family, couples counseling on a wide array of mental health and substance use issues.
This position would be partially online therapy and partially in office.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducting initial consultations to gather patient information
Assessing patients’ emotional and mental health and developing treatment plans to meet them
Asking questions and listening to help patients explore their thoughts and feelings
Leading patients through mental exercises and role-playing activities when beneficial
Providing scheduled therapy, walk in crisis, and crisis support via phone related to mental health and substance use diagnoses and challenges.
Providing referrals for additional care or services when required
Maintaining detailed confidential records in accordance with agency policies and complete required outcomes protocols.
Participate in agency meetings, training, and in-services.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with a disability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or related degree.
Licensed within the State of New Mexico with LLCSW, LPCC, LMSW, LMHC, or LMFT
Experience with provision of crisis intervention, assessment, and diagnosis. (training provided)
Demonstrated Competencies:
Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with consumers, referrals sources, and other community providers is absolutely essential.
Ability to relate to a diverse population
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
LANGUAGE
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.
BENEFITS
Health Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
401K with matching
PTO and sick leave
Flexible schedule
Free internal and external training
OTHER
Must be licensed in the State of NM as an LMHC, LPCC, LMSW, LCSW or LMFT
*** This position has multiple work locations ***
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Salary : $55,000 - $75,000