Counselor/Social Worker

As a nationally accredited program with a strong educational component in the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, the Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI) in Albuquerque investigates any death occurring in New Mexico that is sudden, violent, untimely, unexpected or where a person is found dead and the cause of death is unknown. The OMI, which is a special program within the Department of Pathology, determines the cause and manner of death in these cases, and provides formal death certification.

OMI is seeking a Counselor/Social Worker for our Grief Services Program. The OMI Grief Services Program focuses on providing counseling, information, referrals, advocacy, and emotional support to those dealing with the sudden death of someone they love. This program provides short-term counseling and referral to community grief support groups or longer-term counseling options. These services are provided at no cost to families. Our ideal candidates will have background in family and children's counseling, specific to trauma, PTSD, grief, and loss. We are looking for someone who finds enjoyment in the solution focused model and understands the referral processes for various agencies in the area. As a part of the School of Medicine, we are a teaching facility and invite interns into our programs to learn. Our ideal candidates will be excited to give leadership and guidance to these interns.

To learn more about the program, visit:

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.

Bilingual in Spanish

Experience working with children of various ages experiencing grief

Experience working in family counseling

Experience with trauma, PTSD, and shock

Experience with solution focused and case management

Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Office of the Medical Investigator (389A)

Staff

Regular - Full-Time

Monthly: $4236.27-$5950.53

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.

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.

Yes

6/19/2025

No

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 submit resume, cover letter, NM certification/licensure, and three professional references, preferably supervisors with email and phone contact. Please also submit current official transcripts.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. 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.