Behavioral Specialist

Full Time
Socorro, NM
$50,000 - $65,000 a year
Posted 1 day ago
Job description

$4,000 - 6,000 Sign-on Bonus
$1,000 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
SALARY $50,000 - $65,000 DEPENDENT ON LICENSE & EXPERIENCE
JOB CATEGORY: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH / MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST
This licensed professional position works as part of a multi-disciplinary team, in collaboration with primary care providers, to support the behavioral, physical and psychosocial needs of a diverse patient population within an outpatient primary or integrated care setting. This provider engages in direct patient care through brief solution-focused interventions, referral and coordination of specialty mental health services as needed (i.e., SBIRT - Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment), and psycho-education.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum of Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Bilingual Spanish or Navajo preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Non-Independent New Mexico State licensure as a Master's level mental health counselor, or social worker is required, e.g., LPC, LMHC, LAMFT, or LMSW. Must have by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment.
  • Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:

  • According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
  • Criminal Records Check.

WHY PMS?
Mission-driven organization
Competitive salaries
Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Free Life & LTD coverage
Free discretionary pension plan contribution
Employee recognition and engagement activities
Robust training program
Tuition reimbursement
Licensure renewal stipend
ABOUT PMS
Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.
ABOUT NEW MEXICO
New Mexico offers a mix of Hispanic, Native American and Anglo cultures.
The Land of Enchantment averages 310 days of sunshine a year combined with a mild, dry climate and four distinct seasons.
EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Socorro, NM: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

  • Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

  • LMHC, LMSW, LCSW, LPCC, LPC, LCP, LMFT or similar (Required)

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