Mental Health Program Assistant

Allina Health; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability (short/long-term)

Tuition Reimbursement or CME

Student Loan Support

Job summary

Allina Health in Minnesota is seeking a part-time Mental Health Practitioner to plan and facilitate therapeutic interventions in day programs. You will work under the supervision of MH professionals and contribute to discharge planning in alignment with CMS and MN regulations.

Role emphasizes collaborating across disciplines, assessing patient needs, and ensuring safety in both group and one-on-one activities within an 8-hour day/evening shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation, music therapy, dance therapy or social/psychological area.
• Meets MH Practitioner Qualifications in accordance with MN § 245I.04, Subd 4

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate therapeutic interventions through structured activities and education.
• Provides direct and indirect patient care services under supervision of MH Professionals and Program Manager/Supervisor.
• Follows practices outlined by CMS, MN DHS Manuals, and MN § 245I for Mental Health Practitioners in adult/day programs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation, music therapy, dance therapy or social/psychological area

Job description

Location Address:

701 Dellwood St SCambridge, MN 55008-1920

Date Posted:

October 06, 2026

Department:

41004085 MH ADOL Partial and Day OP

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

24

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a statewide leader in integrated mental health and addiction care, offering a full continuum of services—from primary care integration to specialty outpatient clinics, day treatment, and inpatient programs. Be part of a leading Mental Health and Addiction Clinical Service line with over 290 clinicians across Minnesota.

Key Position Details:

• .6 FTE (48 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8-hour day/evening shift
• No weekends

Job Description

Plan and facilitate therapeutic interventions through structured activities and education. Provides direct and indirect patient care services under direction and supervision of identified program Mental Health Professionals and Program Manager/Supervisor. Utilizes patient/family needs to provide input into the care and discharge planning process. Follows all practices as outlined by Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, MN DHS Manuals, and in accordance with MN § 245I as a Mental Health Practitioner in Adult Day Treatment, Adolescent Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient Programs, and Partial Hospital Programs.

Principle Responsibilities

• Assessment/reassessment.
  • Assesses level of risk within scope and consults with MH Professional.
  • Assesses level of functioning.
  • Assesses programming needs for patient/families.
  • Documents assessments.
• Plans and conducts educational/therapeutic activities.
  • Assigns patients to specific group according to team treatment plan.
  • Conducts groups as scheduled.
  • Conducts one on one education/activities as determined by the assessment and treatment plan.
  • Proactively works with all disciplines to achieve treatment plan.
• Advocate for patients rights.
  • Represents patient/family needs when patient/family is unable to do so .
  • Supports patient rights through awareness and provision of legal rights.
• Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergency situation to protect patient, self and environment.
• Engages in supervision with assigned Clinical Treatment Supervisors under a signed Supervision Plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation, music therapy, dance therapy or social/psychological area
• Meets MH Practitioner Qualifications in accordance with MN § 245I.04, Subd 4

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years in mental health field

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  • Allina in-house BLS training (within 90 days of hire)

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $26.07 to $35.72 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.