UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Counselor Social Worker 2 to join our team at School Based Health Clinic . This opportunity is a full-time day shift in person position located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available

Minimum $50,965 - Midpoint $63,274*

*Salary is determined based on years of total relevant experience.

*Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE.

Summary

Provides, oversees, and/or administers a wide range of psychosocial evaluation/assessment, diagnostic, counseling therapy, crisis intervention, and/or case management services in a high-intensity clinical environment which requires a high degree of independent decision-making and program administration. Leads and trains lower level counselors/social workers, students, and/or interns engaged in related therapeutic/patient care activities, as appropriate to the individual position.

Minimum Job Requirements of a Counselor Social Worker 2:

Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or a related degree with 1 year directly related experience. Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) OR Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) OR Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensure pending, as documented by temporary license. BLS certification required. Completed degree from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Verification of education and licensure will be required if selected for hire.

Duties and Responsibilities of a Counselor Social Worker 2:

1. Provides counseling, therapy, and/or psychotherapy to clients and families as appropriate to the position; prepares treatment plans, discharge plans, and follow-up care programs; provides therapeutic crisis intervention and emergency services as required.
2. Collects data about patients through interview, case history, psychological tests, and/or observational techniques; evaluates data to identify causes of problems and to determine proper therapeutic approach or referral to other specialists.
3. Consults with other therapists and related professional and paraprofessional staff, as appropriate, in the performance of therapeutic and/or casework; refers clients to appropriate service agencies as required.
4. Provides and/or arranges for therapeutic interventions as appropriate for patients or clients in a crisis condition and for those with serious disturbance problems.
5. Refers clients to appropriate social service agencies for financial assistance and other required services; may visits patients and families in their homes to provide counseling and outreach services.
6. Follows up to determine reliability of treatment used; changes method and degree of therapy when indicated.
7. Establishes and maintains case files, referrals, and other related documents for the treatment of clients; prepares related documentation for civil commitment hearings or other legal proceedings; keeps abreast of patient data to ensure appropriate treatment and care are delivered.
8. Consults with other legal and treatment agencies and individuals in relation to patient/client records, rights, and responsibilities.
9. Plans and facilitates community outreach and education activities, as appropriate to the position; may serve as a liaison and representative to community organizations and schools.
10. Provides clinical supervision to lower level therapists and/or graduate social work students/interns, as appropriate, and/or consulting services to other patient care professionals.
11. As appropriate to the position, performs various administrative functions such as monitoring budgets and preparing reports and correspondence; may participate in a variety of research projects to develop service plans, and may propose changes to program policies and procedures.
12. May provide formal teaching, consultation, and in-service training to relevant professionals in immediate and proper handling of and/or referral of a variety of matters.
13. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

About School Based Health Clinic:

The UNM School-Based Health Center (SBHC) program is co-sponsored by the UNM Medical Group and UNM Health Sciences Center. SBHC facilitates and supports schools, families and communities in addressing the social, physical and emotional needs of students so they can reach their full potential.

SBHC connects students to a larger health care system that can serve as a medical home, offering lifelong health care. SBHC providers focus on preventive health care and educating students on healthy lifestyle choices. Our goal is to enhance healthy youth development and reduce barriers to learning.

This position is a 10-month (August 2023 - May 2024) 1.0 clinical FTE (5 days a week). The UNMMG School Based Health Center (SBHC) Program provides integrated medical and behavioral health services in seven of the Albuquerque Public Schools. Experience with adolescent aged children will be a plus. If you are interested in working with children and are enthusiastic, we would like to meet you and invite you to apply for our position.

About UNM Medical Group, Inc.

UNM Medical Group, Inc. (UNMMG) is the practice plan organization for physicians and other medical providers associated with the UNM Health Sciences Center. UNMMG is a New Mexico non-profit corporation and is an equal opportunity employer. UNMMG strives to mitigate health disparities brought about by technology; we aim to reach underrepresented populations, making healthcare more equitable and accessible for all of the people in New Mexico; we have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment:

We will strive as an institution and as individuals to recognize, cultivate and promote all forms of diversity and to foster health and well-being throughout New Mexico by weaving cultural humility and respect for all people.

Benefits:

UNMMG offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off plan and 403b retirement for benefits eligible employees.

Apply to our Counselor Social Worker II opportunity with the UNM Medical Group, Inc. and a recruiter will contact you shortly!