Counselor/Social Worker

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Qualifications include: A New Mexico license to practice is required before new counselors/social workers hold clinic hours. While a New Mexico license is preferred upon application, we encourage applicants from outside of NM to apply, with the expectation that they will pursue obtaining a NM license. At least 6 months of experience serving on multidisciplinary team in an outpatient setting. Experience in managing mental health crises, suicidality, and victim violence. Training and experience in time-limited treatment approaches. Cultural Sensitivity/Competency training of UNM Campus diverse communities: ethnic groups, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, international, disability, 1st generation, non-traditional, etc. Experience with use of technology in Behavioral Health/Teletherapy. Experience assessing and treating issues common in a college student population. Experience developing and facilitating outreach programming for diverse/marginalized populations. Substance abuse/ recovery skills to assess and refer to appropriate level of care. Demonstrated experience and commitment to justice, equity, accessibility, diversity and inclusion (JEADI) praxis, including anti-racist, anti-sexist, anti-ableist, anti-homophobic, anti-transphobic practices. Willingness to engage in cultural humility and culturally sustaining practices at UNM as a minority serving institution. Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Student Health and Counseling (037A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $5000 - $6000 Based on Education and Experience Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 7/31/2026 Eligible for Hiring Incentive No Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please include your resumeUNMJobs, cover letter, and three professional references. Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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