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Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 2

Agency: Human Services Department

This posting was previously announced on 08/23/24. All prior applicants will still be considered

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/3/2024

• Closing Date : 10/16/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE Forensics

• Division/Unit : St Peter / Forensics Behavior Analysis

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Candidates may be eligible for hiring bonus up to $2,500!

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join our Forensic Services within the Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) division of agency.

The Forensics Services campus in St. Peter is comprised of the Forensic Mental Health Program and the Forensic Nursing Home. Forensics Services provides mental health evaluation and treatment services to individuals diagnosed with a mental illness who present a risk to public safety. This is a safe and secure treatment environment.

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking qualified and enthusiastic Mental Health Practitioner to join our Forensic Services team within the Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) Division of the agency. The Mental Health Practitioner will provide services including:

• Coordinate patient care through the development and implementation of a comprehensive Individual Treatment Plan and treatment reviews

• Provide on-going education to program delivery staff regarding the implementation of the Treatment Plan

• Function as a team coordinator for assigned patients

• Deliver psycho-educational groups as needed

• Assist in program development and maintenance

• Provide individual assistance to patients as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

2 years of combined experience in at least 4 of the 6 activities listed below:

• 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 qualification's applicants must meet the requirements for a Mental Health Practitioner as defined in MN Statute 245I.04, subdivision 4. (https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/245I.04#stat.245I.04.2)

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 Qualifications

• Our 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 Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

To 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.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.