Community-Based Behavioral / Mental Health Therapist (MST)
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Job Description
- Your Next Therapy Role Could Change More Than One Life
- Community-Based Behavioral / Mental Health Therapist (MST)
- Las Cruces, NM & Surrounding Communities Serving Doña Ana, Luna & Otero Counties Full-Time | New Mexico Licensure Preferred, but Not Required
- Some therapy happens in an office.
- This work happens where life happens.
As an MST Therapist, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside youth and families in their homes, schools, and communities helping them build stronger relationships, overcome challenges, and create meaningful, lasting change.
If you're looking for a role where you can connect with families, use your clinical skills in real-world settings, and see the impact of your work beyond the therapy room, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for.
What Makes This Role Different?
You won't be doing this work alone. You'll be part of a supportive team that believes great clinicians need the right resources, flexibility, and encouragement to do their best work.
You Can Expect
- Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
- Small, manageable caseloads that allow you to focus on quality care
- Comprehensive MST training and certification support
- Clinical supervision, coaching, and mentorship
- Ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities
- A collaborative, human-centered workplace where people matter
The Work You'll Do
As an MST Therapist, you'll work directly with youth ages 10-17 and their families using strength-based and culturally responsive approaches.
You'll build meaningful relationships with families, collaborate with caregivers, schools, and community partners, and help families identify strengths and develop strategies for long-term success.
Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to bring hope and support directly into the communities you serve.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who brings compassion, initiative, and a genuine commitment to helping youth and families succeed.
Qualifications Include
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or another related field
- New Mexico licensure preferred: LISW, LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, LMSW, LMHC, or LAMFT
- Ability to work independently while remaining connected to a collaborative team
- Commitment to culturally responsive, strengths-based care
- Passion for serving youth, families, and Southern New Mexico communities
- Benefits That Support You, Too
- Your work is about supporting others, and we believe you deserve support as well.
We Offer
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
- Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Clinical Supervision, Coaching & Mentorship
- MST Training & Certification Support
- A workplace committed to meaningful work and work-life balance
- Do Work That Goes Beyond the Therapy Room
Every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed. Every family deserves to feel supported.
Bring your experience, compassion, and clinical skills to a team working to strengthen families throughout Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, and surrounding Southern New Mexico communities.
- Ready for a career where your work can make an impact every day?
- Send us your resume and start the conversation.
Key Responsibilities
The MST Therapist will provide direct behavioral and mental health support to youth and families within their homes, schools, and communities. They will collaborate with caregivers and community partners to develop strategies for long-term success and positive behavioral change.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field. New Mexico licensure (LISW, LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, LMSW, LMHC, or LAMFT) is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 28% have no call, 72% 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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