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Working Title: Mental Health Professional

Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 3 / Clinical Program Therapist 4

Agency: Human Services Dept

This position has been extended. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.

• Job ID : 81172

• Location : Fergus Falls

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 12/02/2024

• Closing Date : 01/21/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs

• Division/Unit : Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CARE Fergus Falls Clinical

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am-4:30pm; 1 day/wk 11:30am-8:00pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday and 1 weekend shift every 7 weeks

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range:

• CPT4 : $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,367 - $105,840 / annually

• CPT3 : $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,649 - $98,240 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.

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.

Candidates may be eligible for hiring bonus up to $2,500!

* This position may be used to fill multiple vacancies *

Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE) in Fergus Falls, MN is seeking talented, mission driven, person-centered Licensed Mental Health Professional to join our team and make a great difference in the lives of others. CARE specializes in providing residential treatment services for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders. All services are person-centered, building on the individual's interests and capacity for growth, leading to a lifelong process of recovery. The Licensed Mental Health Professional provides behavioral health treatment services to individual supported at CARE Fergus Falls. An additional component of the position includes clinical consultation and direction to direct care and professional staff regarding the overall treatment process of individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders. Consultation regarding the content of individual treatment plans, including staff interventions, is a vital component of this position.

Consider applying, if:

• You enjoy being a highly valued member of an interdisciplinary team.

• You prefer to have variety in your clinical practice that blends diagnostic assessment and individual, group, and family therapy with clinical consultation and professional development of staff.

• You value the increased frequency of client interaction that results from a residential setting and a smaller than traditional caseload

• You have a knack for developing creative, person-centered strategies for delivering evidence-based programming.

• You value leadership opportunities that include performance improvement, group development, and strategic planning initiatives.

• Your ideal work environment is highly collaborative, fast-paced, and mission-driven.

This announcement is being posted at the Clinical Program Therapist 3 and Clinical Program Therapist 4 levels. Only one level will be filled and the level at which the position will be filled will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications. Applicants pursuing independent licensure are encouraged to apply!

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify applicants must:

Clinical Trainee – Clinical Program Therapist 3

• To qualify, applicants must meet the requirements for Clinical Trainee as defined in MN Statute 245I.04, subdivision 6 (https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/245I.04#stat.245I.04.2) and must meet one of the following criteria:

• Have a master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field; and

• Must be in the process of or working toward obtaining independent clinical licensure in the State of Minnesota - i.e., Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Psychologist (LP), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT); and

• Have at least one (1) year of post-master’s degree experience providing clinical services including individual and group therapy.

Clinical Program Therapist 4

• Master's or doctorate in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; and

• Licensure/Certification in the State of Minnesota as an independent behavioral health professional (e.g. LICSW, LP, LPCC, LMFT)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience treating individuals with co-occurring disorders using integrated approaches, competency in the administration of mental health scales and assessments and providing treatment in an interdisciplinary team model

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.