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Chaparral, New Mexico

Sex Offender Counselor

Counselor / TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$25/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 59m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Pay Rate: $ 25 per hour

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 7am-3pm, no weekends

Benefits Include

  • Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement account
  • Long and short-term disability
  • PTO and 11 paid holidays
  • Employee assistance program

Lead with Compassion in a Unique Setting - Take on a rewarding role at the Otero County Prison Facility in Chaparral, New Mexico. We are seeking professionals who thrive in diverse environments and are committed to delivering high-quality care to underserved populations. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in correctional counseling, we want you on our team!

What You'll Do

You'll report to the Program Director / Lead Therapist.

Responsible for conducting assessments and providing treatment, i. e., classroom work, assigning homework, group therapy and individual therapy to sex offenders in compliance with MTC and customer directives.

Essential Functions

  • Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments using the approved assessment tool to include psychological tests, clinical interviews and other techniques designed to define treatment goals and strategies for inmates.
  • Design a specific treatment plan for inmates, based on their specific needs, risk factors and current assessment, incorporating learning objectives and objective standards from the sex offender treatment curriculum.
  • Conduct group counseling and individual counseling as appropriate based on treatment goals outlined during the initial assessment.
  • Demonstrate to others the rationale for interventions provided and key decisions made throughout the course of treatment.
  • Regularly evaluate inmates’ progress and complete a monthly progress report.
  • Provide recommendations for successful completion of the program.
  • Design a post-treatment plan with inmates to prepare for release and reintegration into the community.
  • Complete a Treatment Summary prior to the inmates’ release.
  • Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
  • Maintain accountability of staff, inmates, and property; adhere to safety practices.

Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s degree in counseling or related field and, at minimum, a New Mexico Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC – active or temporary), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), or Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) licensure required. License-eligible and new graduate candidates considered. Valid driver's license in the state of New Mexico or the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law.

MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com [customersupport@mtctrains.com] or 801-693-2888.

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Key Responsibilities

The counselor is responsible for conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and designing individualized treatment plans for inmates. They will facilitate both group and individual therapy sessions while monitoring progress and preparing inmates for community reintegration.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in counseling or a related field and possess an active or temporary New Mexico license such as LMHC, LMSW, or LAMFT. A valid driver's license and the ability to work in a correctional environment are also required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Psychological assessmentTreatment planningCrisis interventionCase managementBehavioral modelingClinical interviewingDocumentationRisk assessmentReintegration planningMental health support

Sex Offender Counseling — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 74% are remote, 28% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$52k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $56k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How many Counselor jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in counselingranked against 13,476 Counseling listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$52kCounselor median $67k (middle half $53k–$81k)241 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$56k in purchasing powerNew Mexico index 92.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Counselor listings in New Mexico151 active13,600 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 74% remote · 28% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew Mexico Counselor listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 42% offer loan repayment151 active listings, Nov 2026
Counselor pay trend−2.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (13,476 Counseling listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Sex Offender Counselor at Management and Training a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Counseling — ranked against 13,476 active Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Counselor Jobs

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Salary Distribution

33 jobs · 23 employers
14
<$80k
9
$80k-95k
6
$95k-110k
2
$120k
2
$141k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs
401k / retirement match
87% this job
CME allowance
43%
Sign-on bonus
26%
Loan repayment
9%
PSLF eligible
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

LifeStance Health · Lake Oswego, Oregon

$123k-$141k
#2

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

LifeStance Health · West Linn, Oregon

$123k-$141k
#3

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

$115k-$120k
#4

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

$115k-$120k
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Counseling listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 13,476 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Management and Training

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Centerville, Utah
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
401(k) retirement account
Long and short-term disability
PTO and 11 paid holidays
Employee assistance program

Living in Chaparral

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$235k
Median resident rent
$853/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
90.2
State income tax
Up to 5.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Las Cruces, NM metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.