Mental Health Practitioner

Chadlorenz • Chaska, MN, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 2d ago

Job Title: Mental Health Practitioner

Compensation: Competitive & commensurate with credentials/experience

Direct Supervisor(s): Program Manager

The Position

A mental health practitioner within our intensive group mental health programs, which includes mental health IOP groups for adolescents and adults as well as early childhood day treatment. This role provides on-site treatment and support to children in a structured classroom or group setting. This is a highly collaborative role, integrated with various members of the Clinic's treatment team. A mental health practitioner may also carry a caseload of Skills Training for clients, as assigned by the clinic.

About Lorenz Clinic

Lorenz Clinic is known for its distinctive approach to child and family psychology that integrates developmental, systemic, experiential, and trauma-informed models. Our clinic realizes the distinctive role relationally-focused child and family providers have within the mental health profession. With four locations located on the outer edge of the metro area, the clinic works to expand access to mental healthcare services for all in need. The Mental Health Practitioner position is not part of Lorenz Clinic's formal training program.

Job Duties

Perform skills-training services under supervision of a mental health professional and in conjunction with psychotherapy
Carry and maintain a caseload as determined by the Clinic
Collaborate with mental health professionals to create and implement clinical treatment plans
Provide clinical services including preschool day treatment and group skills training
Attend and actively participate in individual and/or group supervision, monthly case consultation, Grand Rounds, business meetings, and other meetings as required by the Clinic
Comply with clinical documentation standards and deadlines as outlined by the Clinic
Utilize the Clinic’s electronic health record to maintain the clinical chart
Maintain HIPAA compliance at all times
Strictly comply with licensing board rules and APA and AAMFT Codes of Ethics
Maintain professionalism in all interactions with staff, patients, and business associates of the Clinic
Bill appropriate procedural codes accurately and timely
Keep abreast of billing issues and discuss with patients when necessary
Assist in intermittent peer-reviews of patient files
Adhere to additional directives by applicable direct clinical and administrative supervisors
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Meet the Mental Health Practitioner requirements as per MN State Statute 2451.04.04, which include:
Hold a Master's degree or other graduate degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields OR
Hold a Bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields AND 2,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of mental health services to people with mental illness. Candidates who have completed a practicum or internship that requires direct interaction with adults or children served, and is focused on behavioral sciences or related fields may qualify and are encouraged to apply regardless of whether they have 2000 hours of experience AND
Have 4,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of mental health services to people with mental illness

*For a full breakdown of the requirements as listed in MN State Statute 245I, please reach out to the human resources team.

Professional Requirements

Ability and willingness to provide services to patients on an outpatient basis
Flexibility to meet when patients are available to meet
Evidence of a high level of professionalism within the field
Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage and navigate communications through email, voice mail, in-person, or through the mail in a timely and efficient manner
Ability and willingness to provide services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, or families as assigned
Ability to respect diversity and integrate issues of culture into case conceptualizations
Ability to engage with patients who may be ambivalent about treatment
Ability to adapt interventions to patients’ strengths, skills, and developmental levels
Commitment to empowering patients to solve their own problems when necessary
Ability to intervene decisively to protect patient safety
Ability to comply with clinic documentation standards and best professional practices
Ability to maintain and carry a full caseload as defined by the Clinic
Has working knowledge of child protection reporting requirements
Demonstrates perfect interpersonal boundaries with patients and other clinic staff

Other Requirements

Ability to sit for long periods of time
Reliable transportation to get to work
Ability to use a computer for long periods of time
Ability to be reliable, punctual, and dependable
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Eligible to participate in government programs (is not excluded by the OEG or state)
Preference will be given to bilingual candidates

Benefits

Paid time off (at 30 hours or more per week)
Paid holidays (at 30 hours or more per week)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offerings (at 30 hours or more per week)
Clinic paid short-term disability, long-term disability, accidental death, and life insurances (at 30 hours or more per week)
Opportunity to apply for other positions in the clinic as they become available

Salary Description

$19 - $22 per hour

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