Mental Health Practitioner - ARHMS Worker - Full-time:

Provides culturally responsive mental health services to clients in their homes and/or community. Mental Health Practitioners ARMHS work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS) to individuals impacted by mental health symptoms. Mental Health Practitioners work one on one with clients teaching skills to develop and enhance psychiatric stability, social competencies, personal and emotional adjustment, and independent living and community skills when these abilities are impaired by the symptoms of mental illness.

III. Qualifications

In order to be considered for this position, you must be qualified in at least one of the following ways to meet the Mental Health Practitioner requirements as per MN State Statute 245I.04.04. These qualifications include the following:

 Hold a Master's degree or other graduate degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields.

 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.

 Have 4,000 hours of experience in the delivery of mental health services to people. with mental illness or Meet the Clinical Trainee requirements per MN State Statute 245I.04.06.

 Has completed an accredited graduate program of study to prepare the staff person for licensure as a mental health professional o Meet the Mental Health Professional requirements per MN State Statue 245I.04.02.

 Licensed as a LICSW, LMFT, LPCC, or LP in Minnesota.

Additionally, you must meet the following requirements:

 Desire to work with adults in their homes; this includes walking, stairs, and the ability to crouch, stoop, sit on floors, and stand for periods of time.

 Ability to work independently; Valid driver’s license/auto insurance/reliable vehicle; ability to drive a minimum of a 30-mile radius around primary clinic location.

 Must be proficient in the use of computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Electronic Health Records (EHR).

IV. Duties and Responsibilities

 Provide skills training, assessment and monitoring in the areas identified in the client’s

Diagnostic Assessment and Functional Assessment.

 Creating and Reviewing of Treatment Plans and Functional Assessments

 Provide services in a one to one and group format, in the recipient’s home and in the office.

 Participate in regular staff/team meetings.

 Maintain records of progress for each face-to-face meeting and telephone contact with client.

Reports will include an assessment of client’s ability to function and manage the symptoms of his/her illness based on observation and interaction with the client. As a result of the assessment, Practitioner will decide the appropriate interventions or assist the client in obtaining and maintaining the highest level of independence possible.

 Maintain records of contact with other providers and or collateral contacts regarding client care.

 Assist clients to create a treatment plan.

 Schedule appointments and see the client to give requested services for the amount of time and frequency agreed upon by the clinical treatment team and client, and as needed based on the client’s immediate needs.

 Coordinate and cooperate with other agencies and community providers to provide the best possible care for the client. This practitioner will complete all necessary Release of Information documents for communication with other providers and keep these current for each client in order to be compliant with HIPAA and Data Privacy guidelines.

 Participate in medication monitoring.

 Monitor client progress and with the clinical team, modify the treatment plan as appropriate. Communicates changes in service needs and recommendations to Clinical Supervisor and other members of the treatment team on an ongoing basis to coordinate client care.

 Intervene as necessary for emergencies and/or when he/she assesses that the client is unable to manage his/her illness in a reasonable manner. Contact to appropriate emergency services, doctors, staff, and emergency family contacts will be made to alert them of intervention planned or taken.

 Meet regularly with Clinical Supervisor for individual and group reviews of client needs and receive direction for treatment.

 Complete all paperwork, reports, and charting in an organized and timely manner.

 Participate actively in on-going professional growth and development; maintain appropriate professional behavior and participate in appropriate supervision.

 Maintain a pattern of regular work hours as determined and assigned.

 Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Duluth, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
• Work Location: In person