Job Description

MECA Therapies LLClocated in Las Cruces, NM is looking for a Family Therapist.

The Family Therapist provides Family Therapy services to include evaluation and treatment to children ages birth to three and their families. These services will be conducted within a variety of environments in home and community settings.

Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree (M.A.) in Professional Counseling and Guidance or a related field; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licensure from the NM Board of Counseling and Therapy Practices or NM Board of Social Work Examiners

General Requirements:

• • Knowledge and experience in the field of Counseling, Family Therapy or Social Work
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Windows
  • Proficient organizational and record keeping skills
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills
  • Ability to train clients, family members and professionals
  • Exercise a high level of confidentiality

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The Family Therapist will operate within Local, State and Federal Regulations as well as adhere to all MECA Therapies’ policies and procedures. Essential duties include but are not limited to the following:1. Administering standardized assessment tests within their professional scope of practice2. Developing appropriate and thorough recommendations3. Presenting diagnostic findings completely and accurately4. Writing evaluation reports with technical accuracy5. Seeking out appropriate information from medical and/or other resources as needed to implement treatment strategies6. Developing theoretically sound plans describing objectives and procedures for treatment7. Selecting appropriate stimulus materials and treatment modalities for age and ability of the person served8. Giving clear and concise instructions in presenting materials and/or techniques in therapy9. Recording and tracking daily progress accurately10. Utilizing time in sessions efficiently to meet objectives11. Providing accurate and immediate feedback to the client and/or family12. Planning for discharge of the child/family13. Participating in the interview process for prospective employees as deemed necessary14. Attending Transdisciplinary Team Approach (TTA) meetings, IFSP’s, Periodic Reviews, Annual Reviews and Transition meetings as required15. Fulfilling Team Lead duties for a select number of children on assigned caseload