PT Mental Health Worker/Behavior Technician (CRS Programs)

Residential Transitions, Inc.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

On-Demand Pay

Paid Holidays

401(k) with company matching

Health benefits

CEU courses and trainings

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Residential Transitions, Inc. seeks Mental Health Workers (MHWs) to support individuals in Community Residential Settings in Bloomington, MN.

You will assist with daily living, community integration, and symptom management while following crisis interventions and behavioral plans. Responsibilities include documenting incidents, coordinating with clinical staff, and ensuring safety in a structured environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary coursework in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or related fields preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience working with individuals who display high behavioral needs, aggression, or significant mental health symptoms.
• Experience with crisis management and de-escalation techniques (CPI, Mandt, or equivalent).
• Experience working with EUMR protocols, documentation, and expectations.
• Experience understanding, implementing, and following Behavioral Support Plans, PSTPs, and related behavior protocols.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable motor vehicle record, and proof of insurance (if transport is required).
• Ability to pass a DHS background study.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Clinical or behavioral services background encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support that aligns with each individual's goals, preferences, and care plans.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as hygiene, cooking, cleaning, medication administration (after training), transportation, and community activities.
• Implement and follow Behavioral Support Plans, PSTPs, Safety Plans, and other clinical or behavioral guidelines.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.
• Utilize approved crisis intervention strategies to respond to escalations, high-risk behaviors, or mental health emergencies.
• Document all behavioral incidents using required reporting systems (BIRFs, GERs, T-Logs).
• Follow EUMR requirements, including immediate notifications, documentation, and adherence to agency protocols.
• Support individuals using trauma-informed, respectful, and rights-affirming practices.
• Complete all required documentation in compliance with 245D, RTI policy, and licensing standards.
• Report changes in behavior, symptoms, medical issues, and program needs promptly to management.
• Assist with medication administration and tracking per RTI’s Medication Administration Program.
• Communicate effectively with Program Managers, Regional Directors, nursing staff, PSS, clinicians, and other support partners.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervisory check-ins.
• Support a collaborative, consistent approach to service delivery and program structure.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Crisis intervention

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary coursework in psychology/social work/behavioral health

Tools

Therap

MARs

BIRFs

GERs

Job description

Location: Bloomington, MN

Job Id:1358

# of Openings:10

Mental Health Worker/Behavior Technician - Community Residential Setting

Company Overview

AtResidential Transitions, Inc. (RTI), our mission is to help people improve their quality of life by empowering them with knowledge, resources, and skills—while always treating them with dignity and respect. We proudly serve individuals across Minnesota who are living with mental illness, substance use challenges, and other disabilities. Our services support people living independently in the community, in their own homes, as well as in our residential settings. Through compassionate care and a person-centered approach, we aim to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.

Position Overview

Mental Health Workers (MHWs) at Residential Transitions Inc. provide high-quality, person-centered support to individuals residing in our Community Residential Settings (CRS). MHWs assist individuals with daily living skills, community integration, symptom management, behavioral support, and overall quality of life. This role requires strong judgment, professionalism, and the ability to respond to both routine and crisis situations in alignment with 245D standards and agency expectations. Because many of the individuals we support have complex behavioral and mental health needs, this position requires prior experience working with high behaviors, crisis intervention, de-escalation, and following formal behavioral support protocols.

Role Responsibilities

Direct Support & Client Care

• Provide person-centered support that aligns with each individual's goals, preferences, and care plans.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as hygiene, cooking, cleaning, medication administration (after training), transportation, and community activities.
• Implement and follow Behavioral Support Plans, PSTPs, Safety Plans, and other clinical or behavioral guidelines.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

Crisis Management & Behavioral Support

• Utilize approved crisis intervention strategies to respond to escalations, high-risk behaviors, or mental health emergencies.
• Document all behavioral incidents using required reporting systems (BIRFs, GERs, T-Logs).
• Follow EUMR requirements, including immediate notifications, documentation, and adherence to agency protocols.
• Support individuals using trauma-informed, respectful, and rights-affirming practices.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete all required documentation in compliance with 245D, RTI policy, and licensing standards.
• Report changes in behavior, symptoms, medical issues, and program needs promptly to management.
• Assist with medication administration and tracking per RTI’s Medication Administration Program.
• Communicate effectively with Program Managers, Regional Directors, nursing staff, PSS, clinicians, and other support partners.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervisory check-ins.
• Support a collaborative, consistent approach to service delivery and program structure.

Required Qualification and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary coursework in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or related fields preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience working with individuals who display high behavioral needs, aggression, or significant mental health symptoms.
• Experience with crisis management and de-escalation techniques (CPI, Mandt, or equivalent).
• Experience working with EUMR protocols, documentation, and expectations.
• Experience understanding, implementing, and following Behavioral Support Plans, Positive Support Transition Plans (PSTPs), and related behavior protocols.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable motor vehicle record, and proof of insurance (if transport is required).
• Ability to pass a DHS background study.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Clinical or behavioral services background encouraged but not required.

Preferred Qualification and Experience

• Experience working in a licensed 245D or Mental Health residential program.
• Training or background in trauma-informed care, positive supports, ASD/ID support, or mental health crisis response.
• Ability to remain calm and effectively intervene during escalations.
• Experience with documentation systems (Therap, MARs, BIRFs, GERs, etc.).

Benefits of Working at RTI

• Generous PTO: Accrue paid time off based on tenure: up to 80–168 hours annually depending on years of service
• On-Demand Pay: Access your earned pay anytime.
• Paid Holidays: 7 company-paid holidays + 1 floating holiday.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company matching contribution.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional Growth: CEU courses, clinical supervision, and monthly paid trainings relevant to services provided.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Grow within RTI.

Physical & Mental Requirements

Employees in this role must be able to:

• Walk, stand, sit, bend, climb stairs, use a ladder, and perform crisis prevention/intervention techniques
• Use hands for writing, typing, data entry, and medication dispensing
• Lift up to 40 lbs. and occasionally exert physical effort during duties
• Maintain vision and hearing necessary for reading charts, operating office equipment, using a computer, and driving a vehicle
• CRS homes operate 24/7 and require reliable, consistent staffing.
• This position may involve exposure to high-behavior situations, physical aggression, or mental health crises.
• Training provided in crisis intervention, medication administration, positive supports, EUMR, and 245D compliance.

Compensation:$22 per hour
Job Type:Part-time,
Shifts:Sun & Mon(6am-2.30pm)/ Fri & Sat (2pm-10.30pm)

Location:Bloomington, MN

Be the difference by making a difference. Advance your career in mental health today and change someone's life tomorrow with Residential Transitions Inc., an award-winning organization that puts the people they serve and employ first.

RTI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.