Behavioral Health Allied Health - New Mexico
Position Highlights:
Behavioral Health Therapist (2 Openings)
Lovington, New Mexico
Position Highlights:
- Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with the option for a 4-day schedule (Tuesday–Friday). Manageable patient volumes averaging 5–6 patients per day with built-in documentation time as caseloads develop.
- Desirable Practice Setting: Join a well-established behavioral health program that has served the community since 2013 and is rapidly expanding following the opening of a new behavioral health facility. Practice in an outpatient rural health clinic on the main hospital campus.
- Ideal Work Environment: Become part of an organization committed to becoming the premier behavioral health provider in the region. Collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team serving adult, pediatric, adolescent, senior, and school-based populations.
- Favorable Call Schedule: No call responsibilities. Outpatient weekday schedule only.
- Culture & Support: Supportive leadership focused on growth and collaboration. Established behavioral health department with experienced therapists and psychiatric providers across multiple service lines.
- Professional Growth Opportunities: Join an expanding behavioral health program with opportunities to grow alongside the organization as it continues to invest in behavioral health services throughout the community.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation: Approximately $37.50- $43.00/hour, with final compensation range pending.
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000 available as either a sign-on bonus or a student loan bridge program.
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Up to $20,000 student loan bridge available in lieu of a sign-on bonus, plus eligibility for New Mexico's State Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Professional Development: Opportunity to practice within a growing behavioral health program utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and psychotherapy while collaborating with experienced providers.
- Additional Perks: Flexible scheduling, manageable daily patient volumes, gradual documentation expectations, and white-glove onboarding with community introductions for relocating candidates.
Qualifications
- Degree: Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field (implied by required licensure).
- Certifications: CBT, EMDR, and psychotherapy training or certifications preferred.
- Licensure: Must hold or be eligible for New Mexico licensure. Client will consider LMHC, LAMFT, LMSW, LPCC, LMFT, and LCSW candidates.
- Skillset: Experience providing outpatient behavioral health services, including CBT, EMDR, psychotherapy, and strong clinical assessment skills. Bilingual candidates preferred.
- Experience: Experienced behavioral therapists are strongly preferred; new graduates will be considered but are not the priority.
- Sponsorship: Not specified.
About the Community
- Sunny New Mexico: Affordable rural community in southeastern New Mexico with a growing healthcare presence.
- Lifestyle & Affordability: Enjoy a lower cost of living, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community while making a meaningful impact in an underserved region.
- Prime Location: Located near the Texas border, Lovington offers easy access to Hobbs and nearby regional amenities while maintaining the benefits of small-town living.
- Education: Behavioral health services extend into local schools through established Student Health Centers, demonstrating strong community partnerships.
- Community Attributes: Growing healthcare system with significant investment in behavioral health and a mission to become the area's behavioral health provider of choice.
- Convenient Location: Convenient access to southeastern New Mexico and West Texas communities.
- Vibrant Lifestyle: Experience a welcoming community, outdoor recreation, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact through expanded behavioral healthcare services.
Job Reference #: BH 26919
About the Community
Behavioral Health Therapist (2 Openings)
Lovington, New Mexico
Position Highlights:
- Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with the option for a 4-day schedule (Tuesday–Friday). Manageable patient volumes averaging 5–6 patients per day with built-in documentation time as caseloads develop.
- Desirable Practice Setting: Join a well-established behavioral health program that has served the community since 2013 and is rapidly expanding following the opening of a new behavioral health facility. Practice in an outpatient rural health clinic on the main hospital campus.
- Ideal Work Environment: Become part of an organization committed to becoming the premier behavioral health provider in the region. Collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team serving adult, pediatric, adolescent, senior, and school-based populations.
- Favorable Call Schedule: No call responsibilities. Outpatient weekday schedule only.
- Culture & Support: Supportive leadership focused on growth and collaboration. Established behavioral health department with experienced therapists and psychiatric providers across multiple service lines.
- Professional Growth Opportunities: Join an expanding behavioral health program with opportunities to grow alongside the organization as it continues to invest in behavioral health services throughout the community.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation: Approximately $37.50- $43.00/hour, with final compensation range pending.
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000 available as either a sign-on bonus or a student loan bridge program.
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Up to $20,000 student loan bridge available in lieu of a sign-on bonus, plus eligibility for New Mexico's State Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Professional Development: Opportunity to practice within a growing behavioral health program utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and psychotherapy while collaborating with experienced providers.
- Additional Perks: Flexible scheduling, manageable daily patient volumes, gradual documentation expectations, and white-glove onboarding with community introductions for relocating candidates.
Qualifications
- Degree: Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field (implied by required licensure).
- Certifications: CBT, EMDR, and psychotherapy training or certifications preferred.
- Licensure: Must hold or be eligible for New Mexico licensure. Client will consider LMHC, LAMFT, LMSW, LPCC, LMFT, and LCSW candidates.
- Skillset: Experience providing outpatient behavioral health services, including CBT, EMDR, psychotherapy, and strong clinical assessment skills. Bilingual candidates preferred.
- Experience: Experienced behavioral therapists are strongly preferred; new graduates will be considered but are not the priority.
- Sponsorship: Not specified.
About the Community
- Sunny New Mexico: Affordable rural community in southeastern New Mexico with a growing healthcare presence.
- Lifestyle & Affordability: Enjoy a lower cost of living, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community while making a meaningful impact in an underserved region.
- Prime Location: Located near the Texas border, Lovington offers easy access to Hobbs and nearby regional amenities while maintaining the benefits of small-town living.
- Education: Behavioral health services extend into local schools through established Student Health Centers, demonstrating strong community partnerships.
- Community Attributes: Growing healthcare system with significant investment in behavioral health and a mission to become the area's behavioral health provider of choice.
- Convenient Location: Convenient access to southeastern New Mexico and West Texas communities.
- Vibrant Lifestyle: Experience a welcoming community, outdoor recreation, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact through expanded behavioral healthcare services.
Job Reference #: BH 26919
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Briana Simmons
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- (404) 990-4952Call the recruiter
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