What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Therapist position at Santa Fe Recovery Center?
Company Description The Santa Fe Recovery Center supports individuals in achieving and sustaining long-term recovery from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The organization provides culturally relevant, evidence-based treatment and education tailored to diverse communities. Care is delivered in partnership with local agencies and community organizations to ensure a comprehensive support network for clients. Team members collaborate across disciplines to promote recovery, resilience, and improved quality of life for those served.
Role Description This is a full-time hybrid Behavioral Therapist role based in Santa Fe, NM, with some work-from-home flexibility. The Behavioral Therapist will provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based behavioral approaches for clients with substance use and related mental health disorders. Daily responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing and implementing treatment plans, monitoring client progress, and maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary team members, participating in case conferences, and coordinating care with community partners. The Behavioral Therapist will also provide psychoeducation, support relapse prevention strategies, and contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Applied Behavior Analysis and Behavior Analysis, with the ability to design and implement behavior interventions.
- Academic background in Psychology or a closely related field, with knowledge of substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
- Demonstrated Interpersonal Skills, including empathy, clear communication, and the ability to build trusting therapeutic relationships.
- Experience Working With Children, adolescents, and/or families in behavioral health or related settings, as appropriate to program needs.
- Relevant licensure or eligibility (e.g., LPCC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent) in the state of New Mexico preferred; supervision candidates may be considered.
- Experience with evidence-based therapies (e.g., CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing) and trauma-informed care.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and to collaborate with community organizations.
- Strong documentation, organizational, and time-management skills, including comfort with electronic health record systems.
- Commitment to culturally responsive, non-discriminatory care and continuous professional development.