Clinical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

TeamBuilders is a community-based behavioral health organization with a vision to provide unconditional care to adults, children and families. TeamBuilders’ commitment also translates to its employees and their families. TeamBuilders truly promotes work-life balance and creativity. TeamBuilders encourages employees to pursue their passions, participate in educational opportunities, and enjoy the work they do. TeamBuilders offers supervision and training opportunities to all its staff. TeamBuilders also sets high expectations for achieving excellence in service to the community. The pursuit of excellence is fundamental to employee success and growth within the organization.

Why Join TeamBuilders?

We don’t just care for our clients; we care for our employees. In addition to competitive wages, TeamBuilders offers one of the most robust benefit packages in the industry.  

Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits 

Full-time status and eligibility for a full array of benefits begin at just 30 hours per week: 

• TeamBuilders pays up to 89% of your medical premiums (BCBSNM) with an employee contribution as low as $39.60 per bi-weekly pay period!

• TeamBuilders covers 75% of the total premium cost for both Dental and Vision, leaving you with just a 25% contribution (as low as $3.00 per bi-weekly pay period for dental and as low as $0.73 bi-weekly for vision).

Generous Paid Time Off for Full-Time and Part-Time Staff:

• Vacation Leave: Tiered accrual, the longer you stay, the more you earn, and it rolls over!; 

• Sick Leave: 1 hour accrued for every 30 hours worked (all staff); 

• 10 Paid Holidays: Full 8-hour days or 80 hours of paid holiday time for full-time employees (prorated for part-time regular employees); and,

• Maternity/Paternity Leave: 40 hours of paid Parental Leave (prorated for part-time regular employees); and, 

• Bereavement Leave: 40 hours of paid Funeral Leave (prorated for part-time regular employees).  

Annual Reimbursement Allowance (prorated by employment status): 

• $200.00 reimbursement for license exam fees and prep materials

• $250.00 reimbursement for initial and annual professional license renewal fees

• $250.00 reimbursement for continuing education fees 

Employee Referral Bonus: 

• Refer a successful hire and earn up to a $500.00 referral bonus!

Looking Out for Your Financial Future:

• 401(k) Match: 50% employer match of the first 6% of income contributed (up to 3% additional pre-tax compensation) after one year of service with a minimum of 1,000 hrs worked;

• Voluntary Life & Disability: Comprehensive coverage options to protect you and your family; and, 

• Student Loan Repayment: All TeamBuilders locations are HRSA-approved NHSC sites. You may be eligible for federal NHSC Loan Repayment programs worth up to $250,000.00 toward your educational debt.

A Pay Structure That Puts You in Control

We utilize a transparent Pay-for-Performance (P4P) model because we believe your dedication and hard work should be directly rewarded. At TeamBuilders, we recognize you as a professional with the capacity to drive your own career, dictate your own schedule, and maximize your earnings.

• Empowered Earnings & Flexible Scheduling: Our system is designed to reward engagement and therapeutic impact while giving you the freedom to manage your own time. The more direct care you provide, the more you earn. It’s that simple.

• Compensation for Every Minute: We value every aspect of your professional contribution. While direct care earns our highest rates, you are also fully compensated for travel, administrative tasks, clinical supervision, and ongoing training.

Ready to Make a Difference?!

If you’re passionate about serving New Mexico’s communities and want a career that supports your professional growth and personal well-being, we want to hear from you!

Position Summary:

The Clinical Therapist is supervised by the Clinical Director, but must work in collaboration with all program managers, coordinators, and staff.  The Clinical Therapist is responsible for psychosocial assessment, consultation, care coordination, crisis intervention services, treatment plan development/monitoring, and conducting individual, group, and/or family therapy for assigned clients.  May include office, home-based, or community-based service provision.   

The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position.

General Duties & Responsibilities:

• Knows and responds to Agency philosophy, policies, and standards of conduct. 

• Understands and complies with all contract requirements and State regulations. 

• Develops a written psychosocial assessment within 48 hours of admission/assignment of case. 

• Attends treatment team meetings, case reviews, and problem-solving sessions.  Consults with agency staff and collateral entities to ensure coordination of services for assigned clients. 

• Develops/monitors individualized treatment plans .

• Documents client progress toward goals and objectives, re-assessment of needs, quality and timeliness of interventions, and their outcomes.  Documentation includes at a minimum progress notes in DAP format, treatment plans and updates, case notes, program forms, incident reports, and letters of progress as assigned. 

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy; home based services; and other clinical services as assigned.

• Attends training and supervision as assigned. 

• Maintains professional quality client records and performs administrative duties associated with cases in a timely and accurate manner (e.g. UR functions, billing, performance measures, etc.) 

• Upholds applicable Code of Ethics (e.g. NASW, ACA, APA).

• Available for 24-hour crisis intervention as needed or directed. 

• Additional duties as assigned. 

Minimum Skills / Competencies Required: 

• Meet Behavioral Healthcare Documentation Requirements - Ability to document service activity in a timely fashion, express information clearly and concisely, using appropriate terminology, avoiding jargon, and structuring information logically, thoroughly and accurately. 

• Positive Language & Attitude - Ability to approach interactions with a positive and helpful tone, maintaining a helpful and upbeat demeanor even in challenging situations.

• Effective Communication - Ability to engage in active listening, considering perspective and feelings of others to build rapport and foster collaboration, working as a member of a team.

• Proactive Communication - Ability to keep treatment team members informed of progress,  potential barriers, serious incidents, receiving and conveying information clearly and accurately.

• Professionalism & Teamwork - Ability to adhere to ethical standards, represent organization in a positive manner, show respect for opinions, contributions, and perspectives of all team members. 

• Reliability - Ability of clients, families, stakeholders, supervisors, and colleagues trust that you will follow through to a high standard and meet expectations without constant monitoring.

• Reflection & Self-Assessment - Ability to reflect on your experiences, evaluate your progress, and identify areas for growth and improvement.

• Time Management & Organization - Ability to allocate time and create a structured & efficient workflow, prioritizing and completing necessary tasks without constant oversight or direction.

• Adaptability & Problem Solving - Ability to adjust thoughts, behaviors, and strategies in response to new situations, challenges, and feedback with the capacity to identify issues, analyze information, evaluate options, and find creative solutions to challenges.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• A Master’s Degree or Doctorate from an accredited college or university in Social Work; Guidance and Counseling; Psychology; or related health field, plus any combination or graduate studies in the above areas and experience in Behavioral Health adding up to two (2) years of experience working with SED children and families.

• Current New Mexico licensure is in good standing as one or more of the following: LPCC, LCSW, LMFT, PhD, PsyD, LMSW, LMHC, LPAT.

• Thorough knowledge of, and ability to access and coordinate with, community resources.

• Demonstrated ability to consistently establish positive, professional relationships and to communicate and work cooperatively with clients, families, colleagues, and community partners.

• Proficiency with computers and electronic systems sufficient to maintain compliance with BHSD standards, including use of electronic health records (EHRs), computerized client assessments, and data/reporting systems.

• Valid New Mexico driver’s license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record; must maintain required auto insurance coverage in accordance with agency policy.

• Ability to obtain and maintain Criminal Records Clearance (local, state, and FBI) in accordance with agency and funder requirements. Employment is  contingent upon successful completion of required background checks.

• Current certification in First Aid and CPR, or ability to obtain within the timeframe specified by agency policy after hire, and maintain thereafter.

• Current certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or equivalent, or ability to obtain within the timeframe specified by agency policy after hire, and maintain thereafter.

• Bilingual/bicultural (English/Spanish) preferred 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and travel within the community for extended periods.

• May require lifting or moving light objects or assisting clients physically on occasion.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in the client home, school, community, and office environments.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our agency. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and agency needs.

The salary for the  Clinical Therapist position is determined based on three primary factors:  Licensure Type ,  Years of Experience , and  Site Location .

TeamBuilders is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.