Mental Health Program Assistant

Allina Health; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner for the Adult Day Treatment and related programs in Minnesota. The role provides direct and indirect patient care under supervision, with a focus on therapeutic activities, discharge planning input, and adherence to CMS/MN guidelines.

The position emphasizes collaboration across disciplines and patient-centered planning. The candidate will participate in supervision and follow safety procedures, with a .6 FTE commitment, 8-hour day/evening

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assessments and reassessments of patients.
• Plan and conduct educational/therapeutic activities.
• Document assessments and contribute to treatment planning.
• Coordinate care with MH professionals and supervisors.
• Support patient rights and safety in all settings.
• Engage in supervision under a signed plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MH Practitioner

Education

Bachelor's degree in OT/therapeutic recreation/music therapy/dance therapy or social/psychological area

Job description

Location Address

701 Dellwood St S Cambridge, 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. 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.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer

Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)