Working Title: Mental Health PractitionerJob Class: Clinical Program Therapist 2Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 81712
Location : Willmar
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 11/09/2024
Closing Date : 11/18/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs
Division/Unit : Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / MSHS Willmar Clinical
Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift / 7:30am-4:00pm; 2:00pm-10:30pm
Days of Work : Varies, and every other weekend
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.Candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $2,500!Minnesota Specialty Health System (MSHS) in Willmar is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner to join our team in providing rehabilitation and supportive residential services for individuals with serious mental illness and possible co-occurring disorders. As an Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS) facility, MSHS Willmar focuses on rehabilitative education, building interpersonal skills, and developing community engagement skills to increase each client’s independence and self-management of their illness, behavior, and emotion.Job Duties:
Assist clients in identifying their goals and develop an individualized rehabilitation plan to help them achieve those goals
Provides updates to staff, clients, and community providers about client progress and discharge planning
Conduct skill development activities to help individuals improve skills needed for discharge, such as cooking, personal hygiene, budgeting, and household organization.
Participate as a team member to coordinate and collaborate consistently with established team operations.
Minimum QualificationsPossess and maintain a valid driver's license2 years of combined experience in at least 4 of the 6 activities listed below:
Providing direct care and therapeutic support to individuals
Assisting with assessment of behavior health challenges including data collection
Experience leading and/or facilitating educational groups or therapeutic activities with individuals with mental health symptoms
Experience developing or implementing support plans or treatment plans that addresses behavior through adaptations, activities, interventions, education, engagement, and support
Assisting in planning and hand-off communication of support plans and strategies for supporting individuals upon discharge
Developing/assisting in development of behavioral interventions and recommendations for interdisciplinary staff implementation
In addition to the above qualifications' applicants must meet the requirements for a Mental Health Practitioner as defined in MN Statute 245I.04, subdivision 4.
1 year of relevant experience requirement may be substituted by a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or behavior analysis.
the experience requirement also may be substituted by a bachelor’s degree in human services or a related behavioral health field that includes substantial behavioral health coursework such as: individual or group counseling, clinical interviewing, clinical assessment, crisis intervention, or similar behavioral health courses.Preferred QualificationsOur employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.Additional RequirementsTo facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.