Mental Health Practitioner

Fernbrook Family Center; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

401K

Conference allotment

Job summary

Fernbrook Family Center in Minnesota is seeking Mental Health Practitioners (MHPs) to deliver skills-based services to children, adults, and families under QMHP supervision. Responsibilities include individual, family, and group modalities in day treatment and community settings, with travel to client homes and Fernbrook locations.

The role supports productivity targets, requires documentation to agency standards, and participation in staff development.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record are required for community-based positions.
• Must pass a criminal background check in accordance with agency and Department of Human Services requirements.
• Must meet Minnesota Statute requirements for Mental Health Practitioner, or Minnesota Statute requirements for Clinical Trainee.
• One of the qualification pathways must be met per policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health skills-based services to children, adults, and families through individual, family, and group modalities in day treatment and home and community settings.
• Meet required productivity benchmarks and weekly billable expectations.
• Coordinate care and collaborate with Fernbrook staff and external providers.
• Uphold and represent Fernbrook Family Center’s mission and values internally and externally.
• Follow all agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Ethical judgment

Professional boundaries

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Bilingual

Feedback-oriented

Education

Minnesota Statute requirements for Mental Health Practitioner

Minnesota Statute requirements for Clinical Trainee

Job description

• Base Pay $22.00 - $24.00 / Hour
• Other Compensation health, vision, and dental insurance, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, conference allotment

Join our Team at Fernbrook Family Center!

Flexible hours- full time and part time hours available with both salary and hourly options.

This position would be a split between Elementary day treatment and home and community clients.

Job Summary

Mental Health Practitioners (MHPs) provide skills-based mental health services to children, adults, and families experiencing behavioral health concerns. Under the supervision of a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), MHPs help clients build skills that support daily functioning, resilience, and overall well-being.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not include direct supervision of other employees. MHPs collaborate closely with Fernbrook team members who share clients and/or support caseload coordination.

Reasonable Accommodations

Fernbrook Family Center is committed to an inclusive and supportive workplace. We value employees with lived experience that reflects the communities we serve. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide mental health skills-based services to children, adults, and families through individual, family, and group modalities in day treatment and home and community settings.

Meet required productivity benchmarks and weekly billable expectations.

Use effective, culturally responsive strategies to address client needs.

Complete documentation in accordance with agency standards for content, quality, and timeliness.

Seek supervision, consultation, and guidance as needed.

Attend and actively participate in staff meetings to support professional development.

Complete 30 hours of mental health–related continuing education every two years.

Coordinate care and collaborate with Fernbrook staff and external providers.

Uphold and represent Fernbrook Family Center’s mission and values internally and externally.

Follow all agency policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

Strong ethical judgment and decision-making.

Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

Willingness to seek support and consultation when needed.

Ability to manage time, scheduling, and deadlines independently.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal and external partners.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team across diverse settings.

Openness to feedback, coaching, and direction.

Commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth.

Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn new systems as needed.

Strong alignment with Fernbrook’s mission and core values.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit, listen, observe, and use a computer for extended periods.

Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Flexible work hours generally between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Regular travel is required to client homes, community settings, Fernbrook locations, and off-site placements.

Salaried employees typically work 40–43 hours per week; additional hours may be needed to meet client and program demands.

Hourly employees may work up to 40 hours per week. Overtime must be approved in advance by a supervisor.

Education and Experience Requirements

Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record are required for community-based positions.

Must pass a criminal background check in accordance with agency and Department of Human Services requirements.

Must meet one of the following qualification pathways:

Current Minnesota Statute requirements for Mental Health Practitioner, or

Current Minnesota Statute requirements for Clinical Trainee

Preferred Qualifications

Experience providing services to children, adults, and families.

Bilingual or multilingual abilities.

EEO Statement

Fernbrook Family Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, age, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by law.

Other Duties

This job posting is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities required of the employee. Responsibilities may change based on agency needs or employee request, with notice when feasible and as allowable.