• Licensed Counselor

    Catholic Health Initiatives (Albuquerque, NM)


    Responsibilities

    + Conduct clinical intake assessments using ASAM criteria to determine the appropriate level of care

    + Develop individualized, strengths-based treatment plans in collaboration with clients

    + Provide weekly individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches including CRA, CBT, and MI

    + Facilitate specialized group sessions including parenting education, relapse prevention, and recovery-focused support

    + Encourage 12-Step recovery participation and facilitate or refer to Al-Anon-informed groups

    + Maintain clinical documentation (progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries) in compliance with Medicaid, NMAC, and regulatory standards

    + Coordinate care with case managers, peer support specialists, and external community providers

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    Qualifications

    + **Education:** Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field **Experience:** Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in substance use, co-occurring disorders, or behavioral health treatment **Licensure:** LADAC or LSAA requiredLPCC, LMSW, LMHC, or LISW in good standing with the New Mexico licensing board **Knowledge & Skills:**

    + Strong understanding of ASAM criteria and Medicaid documentation standards

    + Proficient in clinical assessment, group facilitation, and trauma-informed care

    + Collaborative and client-focused communication **Preferred**

    + Bilingual (English/Spanish); familiarity with parenting models and recovery-oriented frameworks

     

    Overview

     

    St. Joseph’s Recovery, a division of CommonSpirit Health, is launching a groundbreaking Adult Recovery Program designed to provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and family-centered care.

     

    Licensed Counselors at St. Joseph’s Recovery provide evidence-based individual and group counseling services to adults in our trauma-informed intensive outpatient program (IOP). This role supports long-term recovery by delivering personalized treatment, engaging families, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure comprehensive client care.

    Pay Range

    $25.18 - $36.52 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.