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Therapist, Outpatient Admissions

PrairieCare

Minneapolis (MN)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

PrairieCare is seeking a Therapist for Outpatient Admissions to join our team in Minneapolis, MN. This vital role focuses on conducting mental health assessments and ensuring optimal patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and relevant licensure, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient lives within a supportive and professional environment.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company paid life insurance

Paid time off including sick time

401K with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Qualifications

Two years of experience in behavioral healthcare preferred.
Proficient in DSM-5 criteria.
Skills to communicate effectively with clinical teams.

Responsibilities

Conduct diagnostic interviews and assessments, collaborating with care teams.
Perform crisis risk assessments and develop safety plans.
Work to facilitate admissions to appropriate care levels.

Skills

Clinical interviewing

Diagnostic assessment

Safety assessment

Trauma-informed care

Culturally responsive care

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Independently licensed as a mental health professional in MN

Tools

Microsoft Office

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About Us

Join PrairieCare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At PrairieCare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact.

About Us

Join PrairieCare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At PrairieCare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact.

We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won’t just find a job—you’ll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.

If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at PrairieCare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

Responsibilities

As an Outpatient Admissions Therapist at PrairieCare, you will play a crucial role in our mission to provide compassionate and effective care. This position involves conducting mental health clinical interviews, performing safety risk and diagnostic assessments, and contributing to the multidisciplinary admissions process.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct diagnostic interviews and assessments, both in-person and via telehealth, collaborating with psychiatry to develop provisional diagnoses and justify level of care recommendations.
Perform crisis risk assessments and develop safety plans.
Work with the care team and caregivers to facilitate admissions to appropriate care levels, primarily in partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, or outpatient services.
Ensure a positive patient care experience in line with PrairieCare policies.
Maintain an understanding of trauma-informed and culturally responsive care, considering factors such as gender and age.
Offer clinical oversight, consultation, supervision, training, and onboarding support for AID team members, including unlicensed and junior-level licensed staff, within the scope of practice.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or a closely related degree program. Independently licensed as a mental health professional (e.g., LP, LPCC, LMFT, LICSW) in the state of Minnesota
Two years of experience in behavioral healthcare preferred
Clinical interviewing and diagnostic assessment skills preferred
Must have knowledge of DSM-5 criteria
Trauma informed, culturally responsive and inclusive lens; oriented and educated in diverse care factors such as gender identity, culture, race, religion, and age
Foundational skills in interviewing and safety/diagnostic assessment
Display a professional, patient-centered attitude in all aspects of performance
Skills to conceptualize clinical presentations and communicate clearly and effectively with Clinical Directors and professionals both internally and within other organizations
Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office Products including Word and Outlook
Ability to smoothly and rapidly shift between dissimilar tasks
Ability to effectively and efficiently communicate both in written and verbal form
Ability to react quickly and calmly as part of a team to support or intervene in volatile and potentially emergency situations. Ability to actively model self-regulation when within stressful situations
Ability to make effective decisions while in stressful situations and circumstances
After training, be able to manage agitated patients and families

Compensation for this role ranges from $65,000 - 85,000 depending on education and experience.

We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual’s pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.

Benefit Options Include

Medical/Dental/Vision
Company paid life insurance
Paid time off including sick time
Voluntary Short term and long-term disability
401K with company match
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Repayment

Join Us

Join us in our mission to provide outstanding support and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we assist. Your contributions can help shape the future of our care services—apply today!

We are excited to hear about your interest in this opportunity! If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact me directly at Melissa Frankman, either via email at mfrankman@prairie-care.com or by phone at 612-446-3357. If you need further support, you are also welcome to reach out to our careers and management team at careers@newporthealthcare.com.

PrairieCare Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PrairieCare 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

PrairieCare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process are encouraged to email accommodations@prairiecare.com for assistance.

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Seniority level

Seniority level
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Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Mental Health Care

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