Mental Health Therapist

Job Description

$4,000 – 6,000 Sign on Bonus (depending on licensure) *Internal candidates may not qualify for sign-on bonus. Inquire prior to application. 

$6,700 Relocation Stipend for Qualified Candidates 

JOB CATEGORY: MENTAL HEALTH / BEHAVIORAL HEALTH / THERAPIST / SOCIAL WORK 

POSITION SUMMARY: This is a professional position providing therapeutic services to Behavioral Health clients.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Bilingual Spanish or Navajo preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• New Mexico State non-independent licensure as a Master’s level mental health counselor, social worker, or psychologist is required, e.g., LMHC, LPC, LMSW, LAMFT or RMHC. Must have by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment.
• Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

• According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
• This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment Criminal Records Check.

$4,000 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS

BONUSES

• All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.
• Internal candidates may be eligible for pre-approved sign-on bonuses. 

ABOUT PMS 

• Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. 
• Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. 
• We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. 
• We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. 
• PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. 

WHY PMS? 

• Mission-driven organization 
• Competitive salaries 
• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO 
• Medical, dental & vision insurance  
• Free Life & LTD coverage 
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution 
• Employee recognition and engagement activities 
• Robust training program 
• Tuition Reimbursement 

EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability