Licensed Clinician

Job Description

> REF:#06fe4fcca2f3a7a0 *Community Options, Inc.* is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring a *Licensed Clinician* in *Albuquerque, New Mexico.* The Licensed Clinician is part of a team that assists children and youth and their families through crises to success. *This position will require travel to Santa Fe & Las Cruces to support operational need. *

*Responsibilities *
* Serve as a liaison between the program and the family
* Provide family therapy with the family of origin or natural supports with regularity so that the family is aware of their child’s ongoing treatment and challenges. They will also interact with the family and the CFT during the referral and admission process
* Complete a Biopsychosocial (BPS) assessment and other assessments as needed and report within the first week of admission
* Complete IMDS SNA updates within the first 24 hours and as needed in
conjunction/coordination with CFT
* Develop a comprehensive individualized treatment and transition plan (within the first week, and update as required)
* Provide individual therapy as indicated in the youth treatment plan
* Attend and facilitate treatment team meetings
* Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
* Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
* Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing.

*Minimum Requirements *
* Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field and a license to practice independently in NM, including LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PsyD, Ph.D.
* Minimum of one year experience working with youth and family systems
* Minimum of one year experience working with people who have IDD and mental health and/or challenging behavioral needs
* Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
* Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
* Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
* Demonstrated understanding and use of evidence-based practices
* Ability to collect, interpret, and graph data
* Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form

*Why Community Options?*
* Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
* Paid Holidays — Including a Birthday Holiday!
* Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
* Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
* 403b Retirement Plan.
* Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
* Great coworkers/team that supports you!

*Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application!* Careers.comop.org

*Send resumes to*: Resumes-NM@comop.org

_Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V_

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Psychiatry
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday



Education:
* Master’s (Required)

Experience:
* working with children and families: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Albuquerque, NM 87110: Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work Location: In person