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Self-Enrichment Instructor (DOH/NMBHI #13038)

Salary

 

$16.50 - $24.75 Hourly

$34,320 - $51,480 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C2

Posting Details

 
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute is a mental health facility that provides mental health care to adolescents, adults and geriatric patients. The Rehabilitation Services Department offers classes/activities and basic job skills to patients, clients and residents assigned to the Adult Psychiatric, Forensic, Long-Term Care and Adolescent Care Units.

Why does the job exist?

 
To provide vocational training, instruction, basic job skills and supervision to participants in the Vocational Work Program, assist in the day-to-day operations of the Turquoise Cafe and support other areas within Rehabilitation Services as needed/directed.

How does it get done?

 
To assist in the day-to-day operations of the Turquoise Cafe. This includes but is not limited to: supervising patients in the work program, providing basic job skills associated with operating a small restaurant, instructing patients in basic food handling procedures, instructing how to safely sanitize cafe areas, preparing meals, cashier operations, ordering supplies, managing inventory, requesting supplies and materials, completing revenue reports, maintaining the cafe in a clean and sanitary condition, completing patient progress notes in AVATAR and completing required annual training, and additional training required by DOH or NMBHI. This position WILL require certification as a Food Handler within six months from date of hire.

Who are the customers?

 
All patients, residents, and clients admitted to NMBHI.

Ideal Candidate

 
The ideal candidate will have basic food handling experience. Experience providing instruction and/or facilitating classes/activities to persons who suffer from a mental illness is a plus. Ability to multi-task, possess a team player attitude, ability to create comprehensive progress notes detailing the positive and negative aspects of a patient's attendance/participation in groups or activities. Maintain a high level of enthusiasm, be compassionate, understanding, patient and thoughtful. Flexibility when facilitating classes/activities, be able to transition teaching points quickly to capture most of a group's attention. Be respectful, tactful and professional to everyone. Be innovative/creative and present learning material that is most beneficial to the patients. Within six (6) months of hire, the candidate will be required to obtain his/her Food Handler Certification and maintain this certification while assigned to the Turquoise Cafe.

Minimum Qualification

 
High School diploma or equivalent and six (6) months of experience in classroom demonstration and/or teaching specific social and life skills on a one-to-one basis. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) months may substitute for the required experience.

Employment Requirements

 
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Must obtain a defensive driving certificate. 

NMBHI is a tobacco free facility.

Working Conditions

 
This candidate will perform their duties in a variety of areas to include cafe /restaurant, classroom, gymnasium and outdoor setting. The candidate will have exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and computer, cash register and phone usage. Exposure to mentally and behaviorally challenged patients who may exhibit unpredictable and sometimes violent behaviors that may create volatile situations.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Perry Montoya or Danny Archuleta (505) 454-2189/ (505) 454-2141 Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

 
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Date Posted
02/07/2026
Job Reference
161128
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Category
Health Education Specialist
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