Behavioral Health Therapist II (CYFD/JJS/JPTC #68550+)

$28.21 - $45.14 Hourly

$58,682 - $93,891 Annually

This position is a Pay Band HG

Posting Details

We are so pleased that you are interested in making an impact through our work at CYFD! The department thrives on dedicated, empathetic, and talented employees who ensure the well-being of the children and families in New Mexico by keeping them safe and healthy.

By joining CYFD, you'll work to find the best ways to support families through difficult situations using community-based prevention and intervention programs. Employees have teammates and a committed leadership team to support them every day.

We look forward to you joining us because caring for and supporting New Mexico's children and youth will take all of us. I know the department's mission is critical to improving the overall well-being of children in our state and, in turn, strengthening the future of New Mexico.

THIS JOB POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS.

Why does the job exist?

This position will provide evidence-based screening, assessment, individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy to incarcerated juveniles. This position will access and evaluate diagnostic and behavioral therapeutic programs. This position will develop and implement evidence-based treatment for juveniles in our custody. Experience working with male and female adolescents, trauma informed treatment, and experience working with violent offenders is preferred.

How does it get done?

Provide evidence-based screening, assessment, individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy to incarcerated juveniles. This position will access and evaluate diagnostic and behavioral therapeutic programs. This position will be required to develop and implement evidence-based interventions in a continuum of care of juveniles.

Who are the customers?

Clients who are adjudicated to a JJS facility.

Minimum Qualification

Licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT and one (1) year of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment criminal background check is required and conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

Correctional setting with potential risk from juvenile actions. This position requires on-call and flexible hours. Some travel may be required.

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Agency Contact Information: Ralph Espinoza, (505) 841-4205. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.