Mental Health Practitioner (ARMHS Program)

Ahwmn; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to provide essential rehabilitative services to adults facing serious mental health challenges. This role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to develop personalized treatment plans that enhance clients' psychiatric stability and social skills. Ideal candidates will possess a strong educational background in behavioral sciences and significant experience in the mental health field. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with mental illnesses, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 30 semester hours in behavioral sciences required.
• 4,000 hours of experience in mental health services needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative mental health services to adults.
• Assist clients in developing independent living skills.

Skills

Behavioral Sciences Knowledge

Fluency in Non-English Languages

Experience with Mental Illness

Experience with Substance Use Disorders

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Sciences

Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences

Job description

Job Description: The Mental Health Practitioner provides rehabilitative mental health services to adults diagnosed with serious mental illnesses under the ARMHS program. This role involves assisting clients in developing and enhancing psychiatric stability, social competencies, personal and emotional adjustment, and independent living skills. Practitioners work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to create and implement individualized treatment plans, conduct functional assessments, and deliver person-centered services in clients’ homes or community settings.

Qualifications: According to Minnesota Statutes, section 245I.04, subdivision 4, an individual is qualified as a Mental Health Practitioner if they meet one of the following criteria:

Educational Background and Experience:

Completed at least 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in behavioral sciences or related fields and:

Have at least 2,000 hours of supervised experience providing services to individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders; or

Are fluent in the non-English language of the ethnic group to which at least 50% of their clients belong, and have completed required training before providing direct services.

Work Experience:

Have at least 4,000 hours of experience in delivering services to individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders.

Advanced Degree:

Hold a master’s or other graduate degree in behavioral sciences or related fields.

Additionally, all Mental Health Practitioners must complete specific training as outlined in section 245I.05, subdivision 3, paragraph (c), before providing direct services.

Job Location: 7273 Commerce Circle W Fridley MN 55432