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Infant Mental Health Therapist - IMH or CPP Focus

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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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