Behavioral Health Practitioner-Evening & Weekend

Spero

Owatonna (MN)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) & Roth retirement plans

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

MNPL & MNPFLA disability coverage

Supplemental benefits through AFLAC &

Principal supplementary benefits

Generous PTO

Floating holidays

Paid holidays

Shift differential after 4pm and after

Job summary

Spero is seeking a Behavioral Health Practitioner to supervise and care for residents in a secure facility setting. You will provide direct support for mental health and chemical health, conduct crisis assessments, and facilitate coping skill education under the supervision of a MH professional.

You will coordinate with other professionals to support residents, document interactions, and ensure safety and well-being through evidence-based interventions and regular monitoring.

Qualifications

Meets the Behavioral Health Practitioner standards per DHS guidelines.
Requires at least 30 semester hours in behavioral sciences or related fields.
Requires either 2,000 hours of MH/SUD experience or 4,000 hours via work delivery in MH/related areas.
Fluency in the non-English language of the majority of clients and required training prior to direct contact services.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergencies following policies and procedures.
Lead individual and group interventions using E-IMR or BRITE materials.
Consult with MH professional on psychiatric emergencies and follow directions.
Provide a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed environment for residents.
Complete client skill-building and independent living skills activities.
Monitor facility activities, conduct room checks, and drills as needed.
Maintain safe access to medications and document administration.

Skills

Confidentiality

Resident relations

Flexibility

Education

30 semester hours in behavioral sciences or related fields

2,000 hours of experience in MH/SUD or related care

Fluency in non-English language of majority clients

4,000 hours of experience via work delivery in MH or related fields

Job description

EEOC Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Job Summary

This position exists to assure supervision and safety of the residents and facility. Under the direction of the mental health professional, staff provide direct supportive services (mental health and chemical health) and emergency intervention when needed. Tasks include resident education on mental health issues, completing crisis assessments, various screenings tools, providing coping skill education and modeling (deep breathing, muscle relaxation, distraction, visualization, etc.), and prompting and observing residents to meet their activities of daily living. Complete professional documentation of client interaction. Coordinate and communicate with relevant professionals related to the care and well-being of the resident.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Respond immediately to emergency situations following established policies and procedures
Facilitate individual and group interventions and educational lessons using Enhanced Illness Management and Recovery (E-IMR) or BRITE curriculums or materials provided by the MH Professional.
Consult with the mental health professional/behavioral health practitioner on any psychiatric emergency, and follow directions as given.
Provide a supportive recovery environment, strengths-based and trauma informed approach with all residents
Complete all client skill building and mental health interventions as assigned by the mental health professional, including independent living skills
Closely monitor activities throughout the facility including conducting room checks, fire and severe weather drills.
Maintain safe access to medications for residents, observe client taking medications and document, supporting compliance and accuracy
Monitor and document physical and emotional status of residents
Perform other duties as assigned that include, but are not limited to the following: transportation of residents to access health related or social service appointments, support clients in engaging in recreational/social activities in the program and community

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Ability to handle confidential information responsibly
Ability to effectively relate to residents in community or facility.
Availability and flexibility to work additional hours, as need dictates.

Skills needed: Clarity in verbal and written communication, sensitivity, accuracy, good logic, adaptability and flexibility, teamwork in an interdisciplinary setting, initiative, stress tolerance and safety awareness.

Education And Experience

Must pass required Applicant Background check
Meets the standards for Behavioral Health Practitioner per DHS guidelines as listed below:
An individual is qualified as a behavioral health practitioner through relevant coursework if the individual completes at least 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in behavioral sciences or related fields and:
Has at least 2,000 hours of experience providing services to individuals with:
A mental illness or a substance use disorder; or
A traumatic brain injury or a developmental disability, and completes the additional training described in section 245I.05, subdivision 3, paragraph (c), before providing direct contact services to a client;
Is fluent in the non-English language of the ethnic group to which at least 50 percent of the individual's clients belong, and completes the additional training described in section 245I.05, subdivision 3, paragraph (c), before providing direct contact services to a client;
An individual is qualified as a behavioral health practitioner through work experience if the individual:
Has at least 4,000 hours of experience in the delivery of services to individuals with:
A mental illness or a substance use disorder; or
A traumatic brain injury or a developmental disability, and completes the additional training described in section 245I.05, subdivision 3, paragraph (c), before providing direct contact services to clients;

Physical Requirements

Must be able to independently conduct fire drills twice yearly and accept directions when drills are assigned.
Must be able to move about the building at a rapid pace in response to emergencies.
Must be able to perceive, assess and respond to resident needs rapidly and accurately.
Must be able to work assigned shifts with alertness to resident and facility needs.
Must be able to supervise residents in medication self-administration with accuracy.
Must be able to perform reaching and lifting activities of up to 30 pounds.
Must be able to perform household cleaning duties to include mopping, dusting, plunging toilets, moving furniture, and keeping walkways safe and clear of snow and ice.
Must maintain a valid Minnesota driving license with a safe record.
Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive vehicles owned and insured by the facility.

Work Environment

Mainly in the residential facility, moving throughout the building to address resident needs.
Organizing and facilitating group outings into the community and in a variety of community settings.
On the property grounds, supervising residents, doing minor upkeep or when engaged in resident interactions outside.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits & Perks

Health & Wellness: