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Licensed Counselor

CHI St. Joseph's Children Albuquerque, New Mexico
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The posted compensation range of $25.18 - $36.52 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-415998 Employment Type Full Time Department Behavioral Health Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday-Friday (8:00am-5:00pm) occasional Saturday and evenings Remote No Category Mental Health

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 required
    LPCC, 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.

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