Las Vegas, New Mexico

EPI Duran Substance Use Therapist (DOH/NMBHI #13637)

Onsite$68,890 - $103,334/yrPosted Sep 25, 2026

Job details

Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico
Work type: Onsite
Compensation: $68,890 - $103,334/yr
Posted: Sep 25, 2026
Apply on: careers.share.nm.gov

About this role

Salary

$33.12 - $49.68 Hourly

$68,886 - $103,330 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C9

Posting Details

The Epi Duran Substance Use Treatment Center is a substance abuse treatment program that will include medically monitored withdrawal management and social rehabilitation in Las Vegas, NM. We serve clients that are struggling with substance use while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to connect patients to resources in effort to guide them toward their long term sobriety.

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

This position exists to provide evidence base care through counseling services for patients receiving substance use treatment. This position ensures the program curriculum is delivered in accordance with organizational policy, New Mexico state counseling practice, NM administrative code, and the Joint Commission requirements.

How does it get done?

The job gets done by performing tasks such as:
This individual will provide direct counseling services (individual and group) for patients that are diagnosed with substance abuse disorders and/or mental health disorders, complete Biopsychosocial and Comprehensive assessments, initiate and update treatment plans, participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, and coordinate discharge planning. They will work collaboratively with the clinical team to plan, direct, and review the work of clinical programming.

Who are the customers?

This job serves adult patients with chemical dependency and various co-occurring disorders.

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate would have:
A clinically strong, compassionate, and proactive therapist to join a motivated team providing care for those with a substance use disorder and co-occurring disorders.
Cultural Competence: A commitment to providing inclusive and effective treatment for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
In-depth knowledge of psychological interventions: A strong understanding of various therapeutic modalities, techniques, and evidence based practices.

Minimum Qualification

Licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT; or provisional licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, or temporary licensure in New Mexico as an LPCC, LMHC, LMFT, or LPAT, with full licensure obtained within one (1) year of hire; and one (1) year of experience related to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.

Department of Public Safety only: Applicants must be fully licensed.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid NM Driver¿s License.

Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate.

1. SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS--This position ls designated as safely sensitive. Employment Is subject to pre-employment and random testing. In accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment ls subject to nationwide criminal background checks and is conditional pending results.
2. CRIMINAL RECORDS BACKGROUND CHECK-Must successfully complete post offer pre-employment criminal records background check. Employment is conditional pending the results of criminal records background checks. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office and facility setting with exposure to visual/video display, extensive personal computer and phone usage.

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Agency Contact Information: Dominique Martinez, (505)827-1923 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.

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