Behavioral Health Therapist
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Job Description
Licensed Behavioral Health Social Workers needed - Great Benefits and Pay!
We are assisting our Client, Socorro General Hospital, in finding well-qualified Behavioral Health Social Workers/Therapists for their program. Licensure can be Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW). and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCC) or equivalent.
Socorro General Hospital is part of Presbyterian Healthcare Services, a not-for-profit system. We offer our employees great benefits such as:
- Competitive and Comprehensive Compensation Package
- Employee Wellness Rewards Program = offers opportunities to earn gift cards and other incentives
- Loan Forgiveness
- 3 Different Retirement Plans
- Generous PTO
- Continuing Medical Education, and education assistance
Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, and scholarship opportunitiesStaff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
EPIC electronic charting system
Malpractice Liability Insurance
This full-time position also offers a sign-on bonus. Location is Socorro, New Mexico.
So... if you hold a current, unencumbered license as a LCSW, LPCC, or equivalent and are licensed in New Mexico or can obtain licensure before starting, we would be delighted to talk with you!
Your Primary Day-to-day Responsibilities Would Be
- Providing both group and individual therapy and updating notes.
- Assessing, diagnosing and treating mental health and substance use disorders through individual, group, and family therapy.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or equivalent
- Experience facilitating patients' access to community resources and conducting therapeutic groups is required.
- Must be flexible to adjust to the needs of a fast-paced environment, demonstrate effective problem-solving skills, and display proficient oral/written communication skills.
- BLS or ACLS
- Experience in Clinical Therapy
- EOE
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will provide individual, group, and family therapy while assessing and treating mental health and substance use disorders. Responsibilities also include maintaining accurate clinical notes and facilitating patient access to community resources.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current, unencumbered license as an LCSW, LPCC, or equivalent in New Mexico. Experience in clinical therapy and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 42% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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