Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, LMHC, LMSW, LAMFT)
Location: New Mexico (Private Practice Setting)
Position Type: W-2 Employee | Flexible Schedule
Position Overview
Are you a compassionate clinician seeking flexibility, clinical autonomy, and administrative support? We are looking for dedicated New Mexico Licensed Mental Health Therapists—both independently licensed (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT) and associate/non-independently licensed (LMHC, LMSW, LAMFT)—to join our team.
In this role, you will provide tailored therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults navigating a variety of mental health challenges. We offer competitive compensation, paid administrative time, PTO, and a supportive private practice environment designed to let you focus on client care while prioritizing your own work-life balance.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive W-2 Pay: Hourly rate based on licensure, education, training, and experience.
- Paid Administrative Hours: Dedicated, paid time built into your schedule for documentation and care coordination.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Earned PTO offered. (Note: Health insurance/medical benefits are not offered at this time.)
- Flexible Scheduling: Work-life harmony with supportive caseload management.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnostic Evaluations: Conduct clinical assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing DSM-5 criteria.
- Treatment Planning: Develop and execute individualized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each client's unique goals.
- Therapeutic Intervention: Provide individual, youth, and family therapy using diverse clinical modalities (e.g., CBT, ACT, Expressive Therapies, Behavioral Interventions).
- Inclusive Care: Address gender-informed issues and foster a safe, affirmative, and culturally responsive environment for all clients.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain prompt, thorough, and accurate electronic health records in compliance with state regulations and clinic policies.
- Collaborative Care: Consult and collaborate with internal colleagues and external healthcare providers to streamline client support.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related mental health field.
- Licensure: Active New Mexico clinical license in good standing (Independent: LPCC, LCSW, LMFT; or Associate/Non-Independent: LMHC, LMSW, LAMFT).
- Clinical Skills: Proficiency in diagnostic evaluation, DSM-5 coding, and evidence-based behavior management practices.
- Caseload Capacity: Ability to build and maintain a weekly caseload of approximately 30–32 client hours.
- Availability: Ability to offer two evening shifts per week (until 6:00 PM) to meet client scheduling needs.
- Professional Values: Strong communication, rapport-building skills, commitment to client confidentiality, and a proactive approach to personal self-care and professional growth.
How to Apply
Join our team and help make a meaningful impact in our community. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your licensure status and clinical background.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Albuquerque, NM 87111
