Therapist - Adult Outpatient (71-70)
La Clinica de Familia Inc.·Las Cruces, New Mexico
La Clinica de Familia Inc.·Las Cruces, New Mexico
The role involves performing assessment, diagnostic evaluation, crisis intervention, case management, and therapeutic services for individuals, families, and groups within an outpatient setting. Additionally, the therapist provides community consultation, education, staff orientation, training, and assists in team supervision and program development.
La clinica de familia (Lcdf) is a fqhc with several locations in southern new mexico. For over 40 years, la clinica has provided services to the residents of southern new mexico. Our mission statement definitely speaks to what la clinica de familia stands for, which is to empower and enrich families, individuals, and communities by providing quality medical, dental, behavioral health and educational service for people of all cultures.
Exempt: Up to $74,813
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 provides feedback to assist in planning, development, and implementation of services for their program.
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.
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Market context
In New Mexico, behavioral-health roles are often competitive because employers look for clinicians with an active, unrestricted license and experience delivering evidence-based therapy in a HIPAA-compliant remote or hybrid setting. Flexible scheduling, professional development, and administrative support can make these openings more attractive, especially when billing and credentialing are handled for you. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and home-office setup before applying.