Job Description
Description:
We are growing and are actively recruiting in the greater Albuquerque area. We are looking for full time and part time medical and behavioral health professionals, including social workers, community health workers (CHWs), and case managers for two new programs: Health Yeah! an equity-centered mobile health program that travel to Albuquerque public schools and an inclusive substance use treatment program inside and outside of the Metropolitan Detention Center. Both are innovative opportunities and a perfect fit for you if you are looking FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT to be part of a collaborative organization where making a difference matters and where every team member’s voice is heard.
At Wellness Equity Alliance, WEAre Impact. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of underserved communities. We provide meaningful, hands-on opportunities to create lasting change through compassionate care, addressing health disparities and social justice issues. WEAre Support. WEA offers dedicated supervision, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for licensure support to help you grow your career while you help others. WEAre Balance. We understand the importance of work-life harmony. Our flexible schedules, manageable caseloads, and employee wellness initiatives ensure you can care for yourself while caring for others.
WEAre Community. At WEA, you'll find a workplace built on collaboration, respect, and shared values. Together, we create a culture of empathy and empowerment, making a true impact in the field of health equity. If you're ready to join a dynamic, supportive team that’s changing lives, We Are Waiting for You! Apply today
Position Overview:
We are expanding our Addiction Treatment Program (ATP) to provide intensive substance abuse treatment services within the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC). This program will include comprehensive case management and aftercare services for clients upon release. To support this initiative, the Wellness Equity Alliance (WEA) is hiring a team of skilled professionals, including Community Health Workers (CHWs), Certified Peer Support Workers (CPSWs), Licensed Substance Abuse Associates (LSAAs), and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (LADACs).
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual with strong managerial skills to lead the field operations of our mobile behavioral health clinic team. In this role, you will manage a diverse team of CHWs and CPSWs focused on delivering equitable healthcare services to underserved communities, including those who are formerly incarcerated or court-ordered. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a supportive and accessible healthcare environment within correctional facilities and the broader community while providing essential behavioral health and substance use services.
Key Responsibilities:
Substance Abuse Counselor/Certified Peer Support Worker (CPSW)/Community Health Worker (CHW) Role:This position plays a pivotal role in transforming care for those impacted by the criminal justice system, driving equity, and fostering positive outcomes in behavioral health and substance use treatment.
Requirements:Qualifications:
Preferred Experience:
- Lived or professional experience connecting to the student population served. This may include but is not limited to, knowledge related to mental health conditions, substance use, homelessness, foster care, incarceration, military service, disability, domestic or intimate partner violence, or shared cultural, linguistic, or community backgrounds.
Minimum Qualifications: One of the Following
Education Experience
Preferred Skills
Lived experience with Behavioral Health
Lived Experience with Substance Use Disordered Persons.
Lived Experience with Correctional Facilities
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