We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Therapist to join our fast paced, traumatic-informed Treatment Foster Care (TFC) team, providing direct therapy services to children and adolescents, and their foster and birth families. In this role, you will play a critical part in stabilizing the youth and helping them heal from complex behavioral and emotional challenges. You’ll work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to deliver individualized, evidence-based care that promotes safety, permanency, and long-term success. No one day is like another in TFC.
Exempt
$58,118 to $74,813
Job Summary: In a team setting, performs assessment, diagnostic evaluation, crisis intervention, case management, and therapeutic services for individuals, families, and groups with behavioral health issues.
Core Competencies:
Knowledge of various modes of trauma-informed therapy and evidence-based practices, especially crisis intervention
Skill in assessment procedures and diagnostic evaluation, using cultural humility as a lens
Ability to establish therapeutic alliance with patients and their families while maintaining appropriate boundaries
Ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team and with the public
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Actively seeks feedback and supervision, and engages in personal reflection and self-correction
Has a high level of self-awareness related to professional relationships
Knowledge of ethical principles and state laws and adheres to state reporting and regulatory guidelines
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, Licensed Substance Abuse Associate Counselor (LSAA), or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC).
At least two years’ experience working directly with youth and their families.
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.