Presbyterian Medical Services

Mental Health Therapist - Mobile Crisis Response Team

Presbyterian Medical Services  •  Alamogordo, NM (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

$6,700 Relocation Stipend for Qualified Candidates

Presbyterian Medical Services (PMS) is seeking compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Therapists to join our Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT). In this dynamic and rewarding role, you will provide immediate, on-site behavioral health crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and emotional distress crises throughout the community. Working closely with first responders, healthcare providers, families, and community partners, you will help stabilize situations, connect individuals to appropriate services, and support recovery through compassionate, trauma-informed care.

This opportunity is open to both experienced independently licensed clinicians and non-independently licensed clinicians seeking professional growth through clinical supervision and mentorship. Whether you are an established therapist or building hours toward independent licensure, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a fast-paced environment where your expertise can change lives every day. If you are passionate about crisis intervention, community-based care, and helping people navigate life's most challenging moments, we encourage you to apply.

This position is subject to on-call requirements.

What You'll Do

  • Respond directly to behavioral health crises in community settings.
  • Conduct mental health assessments and evaluate risk to determine immediate needs.
  • Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, emotional support, and stabilization services.
  • Develop safety plans and connect individuals to appropriate levels of care and community resources.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency medical personnel, healthcare providers, and community partners.
  • Support individuals and families experiencing mental health, substance use, or emotional crises.
  • Document services accurately and maintain timely clinical records.
  • Participate in on-call crisis response rotations and ongoing team collaboration.

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
  • Current New Mexico licensure as a mental health professional, including LPC, LMHC, LAMFT, LMSW, LPCC, LISW, LCSW, LMFT, LPAT, LCP, or other qualifying licensure.
  • Two years of experience working with individuals in crisis, behavioral health, substance use treatment, or emergency services.
  • Strong assessment, crisis intervention, and communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to respond throughout the service area.
  • Must reside in the county where Mobile Crisis Response Team services are provided.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience providing mobile crisis, emergency behavioral health, or community-based services.
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed care and crisis de-escalation techniques.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Navajo skills.
  • Experience collaborating with first responders, hospitals, or community agencies.

Why Join PMS?

  • Meaningful work supporting individuals and families during critical moments.
  • Clinical supervision and mentorship opportunities for qualifying clinicians.
  • Supportive and mission-driven team environment.
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
  • Competitive compensation, including on-call pay.
  • Comprehensive benefits package and career advancement opportunities.
  • Loan Repayment Eligibility: PMS is a National Health Service Corps (NHSC)-approved site and qualifies for Public Student Loan Forgiveness

$1000 Employee Referral Bonus

Presbyterian Medical Services

About Presbyterian Medical Services

Presbyterian Medical Services (PMS) is the successor to the United Presbyterian Church's Medical Mission work in the Southwest, which began in 1901. In 1969, a New Mexico based 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation was formed to ensure continuation of the mission to provide health care services to the underserved communities throughout the Southwest.

All told, we provide services in approximately 100 locations throughout New Mexico. Many of the individuals served by PMS live at or below the federal poverty level. PMS programs are in urban, rural and frontier locations. Some areas have geographical barriers which dramatically impact access to services.

Our primary care services are focused on helping New Mexicans of all ages. Our dental care includes preventive, restorative and some rehabilitative services. Our behavioral health and developmental disability programs enhance lives and enable the pursuit of personal fulfillment. Our integrated service model provides the highest quality of care at every stage of life. Combined with our services for veterans and childhood education, PMS' services strengthen the fabric of our New Mexico communities by offering a strong safety net of care for people of all backgrounds.

PMS is accredited by the Joint Commission, signifying achievement of the highest standard of performance in the industry. Numerous PMS community health centers have achieved recognition from the Joint Commission as Patient-Centered Medical Homes (PCMH). The PCMH is a way of organizing primary care that emphasizes care coordination and communication to transform primary care for maximized health outcomes. We've also received accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Year Founded
1969
Website
pmsnm.org
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