The MSW Program at ENMU has been awarded a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) grant for specialized experiential and technological training in rural behavioral health. The Pathways Project is designed to focus efforts on meeting the urgent demand for qualified professionals ready to practice in high-need, high-demand areas, particularly in the care of children, youth, and adolescents, within interdisciplinary teams, and within integrated care environments. The program requires a one-year commitment.
Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program Grant | Award Number: 1 M01HP54856-01-00
Benefits
- $25,000 annual stipend ($12,500 per semester)
- Interprofessional Education & Training
- Mentorship
Requirements
- ENMU MSW student, enrolled or accepted
- Final clinical field placement (begin fall and end spring)
- Final year of MSW
Preferences
- Students from rural and underserved areas
- Interested in children, youth, and young adult mental health careers
- Interest in working in rural and underserved communities
Application for Fall 2027 - Spring 2028 open in March 2027
Current Cohort
Mari Galvan
Portales, NM
Neighbothood Resilience Project
Trina Griego
Clovis, NM
Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
Mariepet Mangosing
Albuquerque, NM
Back in Balance Counseling & Wellness
Austin Rodriguez
Clovis, NM
Excelacare
Debbie Santiago-Rosness
Conshise County, AZ
Southeastern Arizona Behavioral Health Services
Shay Thomas
Portales, NM
Mental Health Resources, Inc.
Ricki Williams
Albuquerque, NM
Christian Counseling Outreach
Elisha Harris
Riverside, CA
Solid Ground Wellness in Recovery
Abigail Dennis
Portales, NM
New Mexico Christian Children's Home
Kara Yada
Clovis, NM
Nurstead Mental Health
For More Information
Dr. Amy Russell
Assistant Professor, Social Work
Office Location: College of Business (COB), Room 180
Phone: 575.562.2485
