Counselor

NAVA Behavioral Health • Las Cruces, NM

4d • $30 - $50

About The Position

The counselor provides counseling services to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges in both IOP and outpatient settings. The role focuses on helping clients improve emotional stability, reduce substance use, and build skills for daily functioning and long-term recovery.

Requirements

• Experience in mental health and substance use counseling.
• Ability to work in both IOP and outpatient settings.
• Skills in developing individualized treatment plans.
• Proficiency in providing individual and group therapy.
• Experience facilitating group sessions.
• Ability to monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans.
• Capability to respond to crisis situations.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Completes intake assessments, gathers relevant history, and develops individualized treatment plans based on each client’s needs and goals.
• Provides individual and group therapy, helping clients understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while building healthier coping strategies.
• Facilitates structured group sessions multiple times per week in the IOP setting, focusing on topics such as emotional regulation, relapse prevention, communication skills, and problem-solving.
• Meets with clients individually to address personal concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use.
• Monitors client progress, adjusts treatment plans as needed, and addresses any changes in symptoms or functioning.
• Responds to crisis situations when necessary and ensures client safety.
• Works as part of a team, coordinating care with other staff such as case managers, support workers, and medical providers.
• Participates in team meetings and contributes to ongoing care planning.
• Completes clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed