Counselor/Social Worker

The Section for Child Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of New Mexico provides integrated healthcare to children of all ages with concerns for abuse or neglect, and to children living in out-of-home care. CWSB is leading state efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect, and to promote healing of children and families who have experienced violence. The Counselor/Social Worker will serve as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team that provides comprehensive assessment, intervention, advocacy, and support services to children and families involved with the program. This position helps ensure families receive coordinated behavioral health support, access to community resources, and assistance navigating complex medical, social, and legal systems while promoting child safety and family well-being.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• May be subject to credentialing process; must maintain credentialed status, if applicable.
• Must maintain certification status.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• CPR and Basic First Aid Certificate may be a requirement for some positions in this classification.

Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or directly related field; at least 6 months of directly related experience which may include internship and/or practicum.
Certification/Licensure
NM licensure as LPCC, LPC, LMHC, LMSW, LCSW, or equivalent level, OR licensed out of state and eligible for NM licensure.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Experience conducting client assessments and developing service plans
• Experience providing crisis intervention and support during emergencies or high-risk situations, and supporting children living in safehouses
• Experience providing education and guidance regarding child maltreatment medical protocols for community agencies, and facilitating workshops, support groups, and various educational programs
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals and educators
• Experience maintaining accurate documentation, case notes, and client records

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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.