Mental Health Coordinator

City of Blaine; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated mental health professional to lead initiatives that promote mental health recovery and crisis intervention. This role involves collaborating with law enforcement to respond to community needs, analyzing data to identify mental health trends, and developing educational programs. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Social Work and experience in outreach or case management. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and is committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related field is required.
• Must obtain licensure by September 1, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee mental health initiatives in the community.
• Assist officers in responding to mental health crisis calls.

Skills

Data Analysis

Crisis Intervention

Community Education

Public Speaking

Time Management

Effective Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Licensure as LICSW, LMFT, LP or LPCC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database Management Software

Job description

This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, promoting, planning, implementing, and overseeing mental health initiatives, emphasizing mental health recovery, crisis intervention, community education and responding to 911 calls for service with officers.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyzes data to identify mental health needs, series, and trends and assist in decisions regarding resource deployment; assists officers in call response as requested.
• Develops databases, charts, and related items to maintain and provide information.Creates related communications, which includes: responding to inquiries regarding mental health, care coordination and resource support; coordinating information flow from other agencies; and maintaining a variety of records.
• Prepares and leads presentations, grant applications, reports, and related documents.
• Maintains related communications, which includes: responding to inquiries regarding mental health; coordinating information flow from other agencies.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Examples of specific job duties may include, but are not limited, to:

1. Responsible for working with various officers to ensure community response to individuals with mental health concerns.
2. Riding with an officer and responding to calls of persons in crisis to assist with de-escalation and connection with services.
3. Conducting follow up visits on individuals identified as likely to benefit from access to services and connecting them to services.
4. Develop, implement, coordinate, and lead mental health initiatives within the community.
5. Recommend program changes, additions, or elimination as necessary to continually meet department needs.
6. Prepare reports for presentations and reimbursements.
7. Evaluate mental health initiatives for content and prepare performance measure reports.
8. Prepare program descriptions for brochures and flyers including program information and general department information.

These examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed and are not necessarily all inclusive. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations;
• Budgeting procedures and processes;
• Communication principles and practices;
• Computers and related software applications;
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Ability to manage time, meet deadlines, work under pressure to handle a variety of tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends or “on call” as needed.
• Interpreting and applying applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations;
• Monitoring budgets;
• Performing analysis;
• Assembling and organizing data and information;
• Public speaking;
• Operating computers and applicable software applications;
• Applying communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master's Degree in Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or Clinical Counseling.
2. Must have obtained licensure by September 1, 2025, as a LICSW, LMFT, LP or LPCC.
3. One year experience working with a variety of clients in an outreach, clinical, or case management role.
4. Valid Drivers’ License.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. One year experience with homelessness and/or substance use disorders.
2. Prior social work experience with a police department.
3. Project management experience.
4. Proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish, Hmong or Arabic.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require reaching, standing, walking, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are frequently required; stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling occasionally required.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

APPLICATIONS
Application materials can be obtained at www.blainemn.gov/jobs. Applications must be received by 4:30 PM, May 15, 2025.

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The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

The City of Blaine encourages qualified applicants of all backgrounds, cultures, races, gender, age and abilities to apply.As an equal opportunity employer, consideration for employment will be givenwithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

The City of Blaine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.