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Mental Health Therapist - Paid Training, Work-Life Balance

The Community Lighthouse
place Albuquerque, 87104
local_atm $65500 - $83000/Hour
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Trauma
ECT
EMDR
Families
Racial Justice Allied

About Job

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Relocation bonus
  • Vision insurance

About Us:
At The Community Lighthouse (TCL), we are on a mission to heal the world, one child at a time. We empower families, children, and professionals to break cycles of trauma and create healthy, lasting change. Working with us means joining a team that values support, collaboration, and joy—we take our work seriously, but we also know how to have fun. If you're passionate about guiding children and families on their journey to wellness, we’d love to have you on board!

Why You’ll Love Working Here:
We’re committed to creating a balanced, supportive environment for all of our team members. From manageable workloads to regular check-ins, we ensure you have what you need to thrive both professionally and personally. At TCL, we don’t just offer support; we create pathways for professional growth, whether you’re looking to deepen your clinical skills or pursue leadership roles.

Our Values and Culture:
Our values aren’t just words; they’re a way of life at The Community Lighthouse. Here’s how we bring our values to life every day:

  • Play! –Creativity and exploration fuel our therapy and team atmosphere.
  • Healing and Wellness – We guide children and families through recovery to healthier lives.
  • Building Relationships – We prioritize meaningful connections with clients and colleagues.
  • Staying Curious – Ongoing learning keeps us innovative and effective.
  • Daring to Lead – We encourage initiative and growth for everyone on our team.
  • Investing in Growth – We believe in modeling growth for our clients, investing in our own development to ensure our team flourishes.
  • We’re ONE Team – Collaboration and mutual support drive our success.

Training and Development:
We are dedicated to your professional growth, offering PAID TRAINING in:

  • Experiential Play Therapy (EPT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Functional Family Therapy (FFT)
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
In addition to training, you’ll receive PAID CEUs for continuous development.

Compensation:

  • We welcome applicants with temporary or provisional licenses!
  • LMHC/LMSW/AMFT: $65,500 - $83,000 annually ($40-$45 per hour)
  • LPCC/LCSW/LMFT: $82,000 - $101,000 annually ($50-$55 per hour) Compensation is based on experience, education, and licensure.

W-2 vs. Contractor – Get Paid for More Than Just Sessions
At The Community Lighthouse, we offer a W-2 position with stability, benefits, and paid time beyond sessions—unlike contractor roles, where you're responsible for taxes, unpaid time off, and no benefits.

What You Actually Earn vs. a Contractor:

  • $40/hour as a contractor = $54.50/hour with us (an extra $14.50/hour)
  • $55/hour as a contractor = $74.50/hour with us (an extra $19.50/hour)
With paid admin & supervision, PTO, holidays, retirement, and health benefits, you earn more without working more.

Join a team that values your time and well-being. Apply today!

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct assessments to identify client needs, strengths, and services.
  • Develop treatment plans and make referrals to other programs as necessary.
  • Maintain clinical standards and compliance with agency/state guidelines.
  • Participate in team meetings and supervision to support high-quality care.
  • Complete documentation, including diagnoses, treatment plans, and progress notes.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to coordinate care and optimize client outcomes.

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Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Trauma

Age Groups

Children (5-10)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT
EMDR

Modalities

Families

Practice Specifics

Populations

Racial Justice Allied

Settings

Milieu
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Schools
Home Health/In-home