Therapist - Children's Outpatient - (111-70)

Exempt

$58,118 to $78,563

Job Summary:

Performs assessment, diagnostic evaluation, crisis intervention, case management, and therapeutic services for individuals, families, and groups; provides community consultation and education and staff orientation and training; assists in team supervision and participates in the planning, development, and implementation of services as part of the Child Family Team or Adult Recovery Team.  

Core Competencies:

• Considerable knowledge of various modes of psychotherapy, especially crisis intervention and short-term models using individual, group, and familial approaches.
• Considerable skill in assessment procedures, diagnostic evaluation, therapeutic treatment, and case management practices including follow-up and closure.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of community mental health, alcohol, and/or substance abuse services.
• Knowledge of psychopathology and psychotherapeutic techniques.
• Knowledge of program planning, development, and implementation of services for special populations.
• Ability to provide in-service training as necessary.
• Some knowledge of administrative, management and supervisory practices.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and providing professional guidance and leadership.
• Ability to assess and evaluate treatment and service programs.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain an effective and caring relationship with clients and their families.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team and with the public.
• Knowledge of the cultural characteristics of various minority groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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.
• 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.