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Infant Mental Health Therapist - IMH or CPP Focus
Swfamily, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Southwest Family Guidance Center
Albuquerque, NM
Full-Time | Salaried Position (Full-Time Availability Required)
Join a Growing Program Where Healing, Hope, and Relationships Come First Southwest Family Guidance Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate
Infant Mental Health Therapist with a strong IMH and Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) focus
to join our expanding program.
This role is rooted in
Infant Mental Health (IMH) principles and CPP , providing relationship-based, trauma-informed therapy to young children and their caregivers. The therapist will maintain a
focused caseload that includes infants, young children, and elementary-aged children , with services delivered through an IMH and CPP lens to support attachment, emotional regulation, and healing within caregiver-child relationships.
About the Role The Infant Mental Health Therapist role follows a
phased clinical progression , with flexibility based on prior experience in Infant Mental Health (IMH) and Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP).
Standard Onboarding Pathway (Up to First 6 Months)
The therapist will maintain a
primarily focused caseload of elementary-aged children
Services will emphasize trauma-informed, relational, and family-centered care
The therapist will engage in training, supervision, and preparation for IMH/CPP work
No IMH or CPP cases will be assigned during this period
Accelerated Pathway for Experienced IMH Clinicians
Therapists
with demonstrated prior IMH and/or CPP experience
may begin providing IMH/CPP services
earlier or immediately , based on clinical readiness, supervision approval, and program needs
Caseload composition and pacing will be determined collaboratively with leadership and clinical supervisors
IMH/CPP Integration Phase
Therapists transitioning into IMH/CPP work will provide dyadic, relationship-based services to infants, young children, and caregivers
Caseloads may continue to include elementary-aged children as clinically appropriate
Services focus on attachment, emotional regulation, and healing within caregiver-child relationships
This is a full‑time, salaried position requiring consistent availability for clinical services, collaboration, supervision, and training.
Key Responsibilities
Provide individual and family therapy to
primarily elementary‑aged children , particularly during the onboarding phase
Deliver IMH/CPP services
when clinically appropriate and aligned with prior experience and prior approval
Maintain a developmentally appropriate, trauma‑informed caseload
Support caregiver‑child attachment and relational healing
Participate in IMH/CPP‑focused supervision, consultation, and training as applicable
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary, trauma‑informed team
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
Qualifications
Prior experience in Infant Mental Health and/or Child‑Parent Psychotherapy preferred but not required
CPP‑Rostered clinicians or those with documented IMH experience may begin IMH/CPP work sooner, based on program approval
Active New Mexico clinical license (LMHC, LPCC, LPC, LMSW, LISW, LMFT, or equivalent)
Experience or strong interest in infant and early childhood mental health
Knowledge of attachment, trauma, and family systems
CPP‑Rostered
or willing to obtain CPP training
(training support provided)
Commitment to professional growth and reflective practice
Ability to meet
full‑time availability expectations
Why Join Southwest Family Guidance Center We believe that meaningful clinical work flourishes in environments that value
connection, support, and balance . As our Infant Mental Health program grows, clinicians have opportunities to shape services, deepen expertise, and grow alongside the organization.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salaried compensation
Flexible scheduling within a full‑time framework
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Free gym membership with medical insurance
401(k), PTO, FSA, and EAP
Ongoing professional development and CPP training support
A collaborative, inclusive, and mission‑centered workplace
Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about early childhood mental health and want to be part of a program that is expanding with intention, heart, and purpose, we invite you to apply.
Apply today and join us in doing meaningful work that supports families, strengthens futures, and honors the importance of healing relationships.
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Albuquerque, NM
Full-Time | Salaried Position (Full-Time Availability Required)
Join a Growing Program Where Healing, Hope, and Relationships Come First Southwest Family Guidance Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate
Infant Mental Health Therapist with a strong IMH and Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) focus
to join our expanding program.
This role is rooted in
Infant Mental Health (IMH) principles and CPP , providing relationship-based, trauma-informed therapy to young children and their caregivers. The therapist will maintain a
focused caseload that includes infants, young children, and elementary-aged children , with services delivered through an IMH and CPP lens to support attachment, emotional regulation, and healing within caregiver-child relationships.
About the Role The Infant Mental Health Therapist role follows a
phased clinical progression , with flexibility based on prior experience in Infant Mental Health (IMH) and Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP).
Standard Onboarding Pathway (Up to First 6 Months)
The therapist will maintain a
primarily focused caseload of elementary-aged children
Services will emphasize trauma-informed, relational, and family-centered care
The therapist will engage in training, supervision, and preparation for IMH/CPP work
No IMH or CPP cases will be assigned during this period
Accelerated Pathway for Experienced IMH Clinicians
Therapists
with demonstrated prior IMH and/or CPP experience
may begin providing IMH/CPP services
earlier or immediately , based on clinical readiness, supervision approval, and program needs
Caseload composition and pacing will be determined collaboratively with leadership and clinical supervisors
IMH/CPP Integration Phase
Therapists transitioning into IMH/CPP work will provide dyadic, relationship-based services to infants, young children, and caregivers
Caseloads may continue to include elementary-aged children as clinically appropriate
Services focus on attachment, emotional regulation, and healing within caregiver-child relationships
This is a full‑time, salaried position requiring consistent availability for clinical services, collaboration, supervision, and training.
Key Responsibilities
Provide individual and family therapy to
primarily elementary‑aged children , particularly during the onboarding phase
Deliver IMH/CPP services
when clinically appropriate and aligned with prior experience and prior approval
Maintain a developmentally appropriate, trauma‑informed caseload
Support caregiver‑child attachment and relational healing
Participate in IMH/CPP‑focused supervision, consultation, and training as applicable
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary, trauma‑informed team
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
Qualifications
Prior experience in Infant Mental Health and/or Child‑Parent Psychotherapy preferred but not required
CPP‑Rostered clinicians or those with documented IMH experience may begin IMH/CPP work sooner, based on program approval
Active New Mexico clinical license (LMHC, LPCC, LPC, LMSW, LISW, LMFT, or equivalent)
Experience or strong interest in infant and early childhood mental health
Knowledge of attachment, trauma, and family systems
CPP‑Rostered
or willing to obtain CPP training
(training support provided)
Commitment to professional growth and reflective practice
Ability to meet
full‑time availability expectations
Why Join Southwest Family Guidance Center We believe that meaningful clinical work flourishes in environments that value
connection, support, and balance . As our Infant Mental Health program grows, clinicians have opportunities to shape services, deepen expertise, and grow alongside the organization.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salaried compensation
Flexible scheduling within a full‑time framework
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Free gym membership with medical insurance
401(k), PTO, FSA, and EAP
Ongoing professional development and CPP training support
A collaborative, inclusive, and mission‑centered workplace
Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about early childhood mental health and want to be part of a program that is expanding with intention, heart, and purpose, we invite you to apply.
Apply today and join us in doing meaningful work that supports families, strengthens futures, and honors the importance of healing relationships.
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