Mental Health Practitioner I or II
People Incorporated Mental Health Services is seeking an Mental Health Practitioner to join our outpatient SUD program. This position provides recovery-oriented support services to individuals receiving outpatient substance use disorder treatment. The Mental Health Practitioner will assist clients in restoring skills and functioning that promote stability, community integration, recovery, and overall well-being. Working alongside the program's Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) and Peer Recovery Specialist, this role provides support through both individual and group interventions. The practitioner will help clients identify strengths, develop coping strategies, access community resources, and work toward their recovery goals.
Schedule: Full-Time| Monday-Friday during Business Hours.
Location: Community based| Rotating between Sites:
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Huss Center for Recovery (2120 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404)
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York Mental Health Clinic (317 York Ave, St, Paul 55130)
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Northside Community Support Program (1309 Girard Ave, Minneapolis 55411)
Hiring Range - Wage varies based on qualifications.
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Mental Health Practitioner I: $22.50/hour-$23.76/hour, plus $1,000 hiring bonus for external candidates.
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Mental Health Practitioner II: $24.20/hour-$26.14/hour, plus $1,000 hiring bonus for external candidates.
People Incorporated Mental Health Services is the largest nonprofit mental health provider in Minnesota. For over 50 years, we have been a leading community partner, transforming the health of our communities through innovative solutions.
Main Job Duties:
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Using and modeling person-centered principles, actively engage clients in their mental health recovery, and develop and maintain appropriate relationships that support the client in meeting their individual goals.
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Facilitate and conduct individual services that address a variety of needs and health concerns for the client.
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Demonstrate intermediate level of clinical knowledge and modeling as it relates to the individual’s goals, treatment plan and diagnosis.
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Provide and model crisis intervention and de-escalation for clients experiencing mental health symptoms or other emotional and/or behavioral responses while prioritizing client and program safety.
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Document interactions and interventions with clients, according to program requirements, into the organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) and/or record-keeping system.
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Participate in coordination of services through the recognition of the multiple needs of the client, with other providers in the community, in an effort to provide necessary resources to the client.
Required Qualifications Mental Health Practitioner I:
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High school diploma and:
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Two years of experience in the delivery of services to people with mental Illness, Traumatic brain injury or developmental disabilities OR:
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One year of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with Mental Illness, DD, ID or TBI, and receives clinical supervision from a mental health professional once a week until two years of experience is met
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High school diploma and:
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One years of experience in the delivery of services to people with motional disturbance, or substance use disorder, and receives clinical supervision from a mental health professional once a week until 4,000 hours of experience is met
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One year of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with Mental Illness, DD, ID or TBI, and receives clinical
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Has completed 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in behavioral science or a related field and
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Has proof of a practicum or internship that requires direct interaction with adults or children served and is focused on behavioral sciences or related fields;
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Has 2,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with Mental Illness, DD, ID or TBI
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Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science or related field
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Has proof of practicum or internship that require direct interactions with adults or children served and is focused behavioral science or related field
Required Qualifications Mental Health Practitioner II:
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Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science or related field; AND Has proof of 4,000 hours (two years) of experience in the delivery of services to people with mental illness;
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Master’s Degree in behavioral science or related field
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in lieu of a bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science/related field, has proof of 10,000 hours (Five years) of experience in the delivery of services to people with mental illness
Benefits:
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Accrue up to 4 weeks of PTO, plus company-designated holidays and floating holidays
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403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% employer-match
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Multiple health and dental insurance plan choices available
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Lifestyle Benefit – choice between company contribution to health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, or flex time
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Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance & Life Insurance
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Free access to People Incorporated's Training Institute, offering free CEUs and a wide array of learning and education opportunities
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Eligibility for state and federal loan forgiveness programs
We are committed to providing salary ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity considerations.
People Incorporated is committed to improving the wellness of our clients, staff, and the communities that we serve by providing a tobacco-free environment.
People Incorporated is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance. People Incorporated values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages all qualified individuals to apply.
