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

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.

Children's Outpatient team serves children and adolescents ages 4-18 who are in need of mental and behavioral health services. We collaborate with internal specialized programs, as well as community resources, to meet the complex needs of our patients. Come join a team of compassionate providers who invest into the lives of children, youth, and their families.

Exempt: $58,118 to $74,813

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.