Social Worker / Clinical Program Therapist 3

Minnesota Department of Human Services; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Human Services is looking for a compassionate Licensed Social Worker to join the Community Behavioral Health Hospital team in Alexandria. This role involves providing integrated health care, psychoeducation, and support to patients experiencing mental health challenges, and participating as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a related field and relevant licensure with experience in behavioral health services.

Benefits

Affordable health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field and LSW licensure required.
• Two years experience providing behavioral health clinical services.
• Masters Degree with LGSW or LISW licensure as alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients weekly for psychoeducation and support.
• Facilitate education for patients and families.
• Initiate referrals for post-discharge services.

Skills

Psychoeducation

Behavioral interventions

Case coordination

Comprehensive assessments

Discharge planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field

Job description

Social Worker / Clinical Program Therapist 3

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• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/02/2025
• Closing Date: 06/16/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am-4:30pm, one late shift per week 11:00am-6:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes; up to 5% for offsite meetings and trainings
• Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
  
  

Working Title: Social Worker

Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 3

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID: 86583
• Location: Alexandria
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/02/2025
• Closing Date: 06/16/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs
• Division/Unit: Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CBHH Alexandria Clinical
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am-4:30pm, one late shift per week 11:00am-6:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes; up to 5% for offsite meetings and trainings
• Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
  
  

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Community Behavioral Health Hospital (CBHH) in Alexandria is seeking a compassionate, person-centered Licensed Social Worker to join our team dedicated to make a difference in the lives of others. In this key role, you will deliver integrated health care and social services, along with participating as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.

Operated by the Minnesota Department of Human Services, the CBHH is a small (16-bed) inpatient psychiatric facility for adults experiencing acute mental health episodes. The length of stay is usually less than 60 days, during which treatment focuses on rapid assessment, stabilization, patient education, and discharge planning involving community support resources, with the overall goal of preventing future episode.

Responsibilities include:

• Meet one-on-one with patients weekly to provide support, psychoeducation, address barriers to discharge, and care planning
• Facilitate patient and family education
• Initiates appropriate referrals for post-discharge follow-up services
• Maintains appropriate and effective relationships with community providers
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; and
• Licensure/Certification in the State of Minnesota as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
• Two years of post-bachelor’s degree experience providing behavioral health clinical services including at least 3 of the 5 activities listed below:
• Delivering psychoeducation and/or behavioral interventions
• Providing case coordination among multidisciplinary team members
• Conducting comprehensive assessments
• Leading development of treatment/support plans as required by program licensure
• Planning discharge/transition and/or aftercare
  
  

OR

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field;
• Licensure/Certification in the State of Minnesota Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), or a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LISCW)
• One year of post master’s degree experience providing behavioral health clinical services including at least 3 of the 5 activities listed below:
• Delivering psychoeducation and/or behavioral interventions
• Providing case coordination among multidisciplinary team members
• Conducting comprehensive assessments
• Leading development of treatment/support plans as required by program licensure
• Planning discharge/transition and/or aftercare
  
  

OR

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; and
• Independent Licensure/Certification in the State of Minnesota Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), or a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LISCW)
  
  

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

How To Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Melissa Sayre at [e-mail].

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kaitlin Weckwerth at [e-mail].

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services’ ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or [e-mail] for assistance.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date to: [e-mail].

About Human Services Dept

DHS operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

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What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  
  

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Annual pay increases
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
  
  

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
  
  

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
  
  

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.

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