Behavioral Health Therapist

Behavioral Health Therapist (DOH/NMBHI #22504) The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (NMBHI) is the state's only public operated psychiatric hospital, providing compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals with complex behavioral health needs. Our multidisciplinary team offers acute inpatient treatment, rehabilitation services, and coordinated care aimed at ensuring successful transitions back into the community. The Adult Psychiatric Division is dedicated to delivering evidence-based therapeutic services, comprehensive discharge planning, and supportive case management for our patients. This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once. Why does the job exist? This position exists to provide high-quality therapeutic services to individuals experiencing acute and chronic emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric conditions. The role is critical in ensuring patients receive the clinical interventions they need to stabilize, and successfully reintegrate into the community. Therapists at NMBHI are key contributors in delivering trauma-informed, person-centered care that addresses the whole person. How does it get done? Provide individual and group psychotherapy to adults with acute or chronic mental illness. Conduct psycho-social assessments and develop person-centered treatment plans. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and rehabilitation specialists. Participate in treatment team meetings and contribute clinical insight to care planning. Engage in crisis intervention and de‑escalation support as needed. Monitor patient progress and adjust interventions accordingly. Support discharge planning by identifying patient strengths, needs, and community‑based services. Maintain clinical documentation in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards. Who are the customers? Patients at NMBHI Adult Psychiatric Division Ideal Candidate A clinically strong, compassionate, and proactive therapist to join the state's only publicly operated psychiatric hospital. Cultural competence: A commitment to providing inclusive and effective treatment for individuals from diverse backgrounds. In-depth knowledge of psychological interventions: A strong understanding of various therapeutic modalities, techniques, and evidence-based practices. Licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT and one (1) year of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience. Employment Requirements Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must obtain a defensive driving certificate. Safety‑sensitive positions—This position is designated as safety‑sensitive. Employment is subject to pre‑employment and random testing, in accordance with federal and state law, rules, and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment is also subject to nationwide criminal background checks and is conditional pending results. Criminal records background check—Must successfully complete post‑offer pre‑employment criminal records background check. Employment is conditional pending the results of criminal records background checks. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA). Working Conditions This position will work in an office setting with exposure to visual video display terminal, personal computer, and phone usage. The work is in an adult inpatient psychiatric hospital with patients who may exhibit unpredictable behaviors. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to. #J-18808-Ljbffr