Soteria Las Cruces is a newly-funded start-up program in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Soteria is a residential treatment setting for adults, 18 years of age and older, experiencing intense mental health challenges (i.e. psychosis), especially individuals in the early stages of crisis who may not benefit from traditional hospitalization. Soteria is a home-like setting where people receive support and affirmation while experiencing a psychotic episode. The Soteria approach is based on the concept of ’being with’ the individual rather than ’doing to’ them. The primary mode of treatment is one of relationships and psychosocial approaches and supports.
This is a newly funded start-up program and, as such, comes with the excitement of start-up and the opportunity to build from the ground up. With staff support, residents are encouraged to engage in community activities and role recovery (student, worker, family member) as they are able.
The Director role is crucial to the success of our program. Our Director will provide clinical, fiscal, and human resources oversight for the entire operation along with a strong commitment and passion for the Soteria vision. We are seeking someone with extensive lived experience and experience working in a nonprofit management position and/or in the field of behavioral health. Certified Peer Specialist and/or eligible licensure as a Psychiatric Nurse, Psychologist, Psychiatrist, or related fields are highly desirable but not required. All non-independently licensed providers will be supervised by a board approved clinical supervisor. The Director will also have a close working relationship with the Behavioral Health Services Division of the State of New Mexico. The salary is in the range of $80,000 - $90,000 per year
To apply for this position, please click on the link below and send a cover letter and resume to our Director of Employee Services, Donna Macomber-Cassidy dmcassidy@kivacenters.org and our Soteria Las Cruces Consultant, Susan Musante susanmusante@hotmail.com.
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Soteria Las Cruces is a newly-funded start-up program in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Soteria is a residential treatment setting for adults, 18 years of age and older, experiencing intense mental health challenges (i.e. psychosis), especially individuals in the early stages of crisis who may not benefit from traditional hospitalization. Soteria is a home-like setting where people receive support and affirmation while experiencing a psychotic episode. The Soteria approach is based on the concept of ’being with’ the individual rather than ’doing to’ them. The primary mode of treatment is one of relationships and psychosocial approaches and supports.
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