Behavioral Health Practitioner

Dahl Consulting; Crookston (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with up to 5% agency match

Paid vacation up to 3 weeks

Performance-based raises

Professional Liability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Dahl Consulting is recruiting on behalf of a community-focused behavioral health organization in Crookston, MN, delivering mental health services to children, youth, and families across the region.

The Behavioral Health Practitioner will work within a multidisciplinary day treatment team, providing individual and group therapy, supporting treatment planning, and collaborating with families, teachers, and other professionals. Supervisory support and ongoing professional development are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field; or qualifying experience providing services to children or adults with mental illness.
• Minnesota licensure or eligibility for licensure, where applicable.
• Interest in or experience working with children and families in clinical, educational, behavioral health, or community-based settings.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to transport clients as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapeutic skills training to children, primarily ages 7-11.
• Support treatment planning and maintain communication with families to promote positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and program team members to support student progress and goal achievement.
• Implement interventions addressing emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, trauma-related symptoms, social challenges, and family stressors.
• Partner with mental health therapists and other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Transport children using an agency-provided vehicle when needed.
• Participate in team meetings, case coordination, and ongoing professional development activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree (Social Work/Psychology/Counseling)

Minnesota licensure or eligibility

LSW credential or progress toward licensure

Job description

Title: Behavioral Health Practitioner

Location: Crookston, MN

Job Type: Permanent / Direct-Hire

Schedule: up to 32 hours per week

Compensation: $24-28/hr

Industry: Healthcare

About the Role

Our staffing firm is recruiting on behalf of a community-focused behavioral health organization that provides mental health services to children, youth, and families across northwestern Minnesota. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build a rewarding career in mental health while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children facing emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. You will work within a multidisciplinary treatment team in a clinical day treatment setting, supporting children through therapeutic skill-building, behavioral interventions, and family collaboration. Clinical supervision and professional development opportunities are available to support long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapeutic skills training to children, primarily ages 7-11.
• Support treatment planning and maintain communication with families to promote positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and program team members to support student progress and goal achievement.
• Implement interventions addressing emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, trauma-related symptoms, social challenges, and family stressors.
• Partner with mental health therapists and other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Transport children using an agency-provided vehicle when needed.
• Participate in team meetings, case coordination, and ongoing professional development activities.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field; or qualifying experience providing services to children or adults with mental illness.
• Minnesota licensure or eligibility for licensure, where applicable.
• Interest in or experience working with children and families in clinical, educational, behavioral health, or community-based settings.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to transport clients as required.

Preferred Experience

• Experience providing behavioral health, therapeutic, or mental health support services to children and adolescents.
• Experience in a school-based, day treatment, or community mental health setting.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and behavioral intervention strategies.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) credential or progress toward licensure.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary treatment teams.

Benefits

• Our client is committed to providing a competitive benefit package for you and your family.
• All full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive health insurance plan, a 401(k) with up to a 5% agency match, and long-term disability and term life insurance.
• Employees also benefit from a generous vacation policy — earning up to three weeks in their first year — along with a performance-based raise structure that offers the opportunity for annual raises.
• Additional benefits available include Professional Liability Insurance, voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, a Verizon Wireless discount, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance, voluntary Nationwide pet insurance, and voluntary LegalShield and IdentityShield coverage.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.