What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Counselor III (DOH/TURQ #12537) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
New Mexico Department of Health's Turquoise Lodge Hospital is a facility that provides substance abuse treatment services to New Mexico residents. We specialize in medical detoxification, social rehabilitation services, and Intensive Outpatient services.
All applicants for this position MUST possess license to practice as a Substance Abuse Associate Counselor (LSAA) or a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or higher in accordance with the Counseling and Therapy Health Practice Act, Sections 61-9A-1 through 61-9A-30 NMSA 1978 and 16.27.1 through 16.27.23 NMAC, as applicable. You MUST include your license or certificate number in the "License" section of the application form.
Why does the job exist?
This position will conduct assessments and admissions in the Access Department and provide counseling support for patients who are working toward recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders.
How does it get done?
This position is member of the ACCESS/Admissions department who will take adult requests for substance abuse treatment, conduct pre-screening assessments to determine eligibility for services, staff cases with a multidisciplinary team, request medical records as needed, and collaborate with various providers in the community. In addition, position will create treatment plans, provide in-person and tele-health educational groups, and case management within a multi-disciplinary hospital that treats individuals with substance use disorders in an inpatient and outpatient setting.
Who are the customers?
Adults who present with substance misuse and co-occurring disorders and staff of Turquoise Lodge Hospital.
Ideal Candidate
Adults who present with substance misuse and co-occurring disorders and staff of Turquoise Lodge Hospital.
Minimum Qualification
Associate's degree in Human Services or Social Services Counseling and two (2) years of experience in mental health, substance abuse counseling and or behavioral disorder counseling environment. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
All applicants for this position must possess license to practice as a Substance Abuse Associate Counselor (LSAA) or a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or higher in accordance with the Counseling and Therapy Health Practice Act, Sections 61-9A-1 through 61-9A-30 NMSA 1978 and 16.27.1 through 16.27.23 NMAC, as applicable. You must include your license or certificate number in the "License" section of the application form. Employment is subject to nationwide criminal background check and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment. Successful completion of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training.
Working Conditions
Incumbent will work in an acute care hospital and an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Lifting up to fifty (50) pounds may be required. Exposure to potentially violent patients in volatile situations requiring crisis interventions may be required.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Carmella Martinez Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
New Mexico Department of Health's Turquoise Lodge Hospital is a facility that provides substance abuse treatment services to New Mexico residents. We specialize in medical detoxification, social rehabilitation services, and Intensive Outpatient services.
All applicants for this position MUST possess license to practice as a Substance Abuse Associate Counselor (LSAA) or a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or higher in accordance with the Counseling and Therapy Health Practice Act, Sections 61-9A-1 through 61-9A-30 NMSA 1978 and 16.27.1 through 16.27.23 NMAC, as applicable. You MUST include your license or certificate number in the "License" section of the application form.
Why does the job exist?
This position will conduct assessments and admissions in the Access Department and provide counseling support for patients who are working toward recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders.
How does it get done?
This position is member of the ACCESS/Admissions department who will take adult requests for substance abuse treatment, conduct pre-screening assessments to determine eligibility for services, staff cases with a multidisciplinary team, request medical records as needed, and collaborate with various providers in the community. In addition, position will create treatment plans, provide in-person and tele-health educational groups, and case management within a multi-disciplinary hospital that treats individuals with substance use disorders in an inpatient and outpatient setting.
Who are the customers?
Adults who present with substance misuse and co-occurring disorders and staff of Turquoise Lodge Hospital.
Ideal Candidate
Adults who present with substance misuse and co-occurring disorders and staff of Turquoise Lodge Hospital.
Minimum Qualification
Associate's degree in Human Services or Social Services Counseling and two (2) years of experience in mental health, substance abuse counseling and or behavioral disorder counseling environment. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
All applicants for this position must possess license to practice as a Substance Abuse Associate Counselor (LSAA) or a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or higher in accordance with the Counseling and Therapy Health Practice Act, Sections 61-9A-1 through 61-9A-30 NMSA 1978 and 16.27.1 through 16.27.23 NMAC, as applicable. You must include your license or certificate number in the "License" section of the application form. Employment is subject to nationwide criminal background check and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment. Successful completion of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training.
Working Conditions
Incumbent will work in an acute care hospital and an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Lifting up to fifty (50) pounds may be required. Exposure to potentially violent patients in volatile situations requiring crisis interventions may be required.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Carmella Martinez Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
