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Lutheran Social Service of MN Mental Health Professional in Mankato, Minnesota
Description Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and rewards employees. Consider joining us! Our employees tell us they like working for LSS because of the commitment and dedication of their colleagues, the flexibility we offer, and our supportive and well-trained managers. We offer good benefits, such as auto 403-b enrollment (with a match!) an employee loan program, product and service discounts and opportunities for specialized training and professional development in order to maintain state of the art behavioral health standards. LSS has a commitment to anti-racism, and we strive to employ those who reflect and relate to the people they serve. We offer a vision for our employees, community-based services and a family-friendly work environment. As a Mental Health Professional in this role, you will provide individual, partner, family, and group therapy or skills, to improve the quality of individual and family lives. You will provide services to individuals representing a broad range of mental health symptoms and associated functional impairments concerns. You will complete a diagnostic assessment of the client(s) to develop an appropriate treatment plan and clinical oversight of the treatment plan. You will maintain compliance with required monthly clinical supervision, staff meeting and medical consultation and will be required to maintain documentation, perform record keeping and participate in periodic meetings/training. This role also offers the opportunity to lead trainings for involved teams, engage with external stakeholders and build relationships with resources and partners. Job Requirements: * Master's degree and LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker), LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), Licensed Psychologist (LP) or LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) required. Pre-licensed clinicians may also be considered * Licensure must be active and in good standing with respective Licensing Board. Must adhere to licensure ethics and regulations. In-service training/education is required to maintain licensure. * Experience and knowledge of the most current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) categories representing the range of mental health disorders. * Working knowledge and experience in providing therapeutic interventions and therapy approach considered as the best practice of treating the presenting concern, including trauma-informed therapies. * A valid driver's license and a Motor Vehicle Check. * Successfully complete the requirements of a background check, including MS 604.20 * Able to assess and treat the mental health of the clients. * Must have the following skills: organizational, decision making, critical thinking, analytical, coaching, leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal effectiveness, accountability and the ability to demonstrate professional boundaries. * BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ and those with lived experiences are encouraged to apply Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proc eding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.