Mental Health Program Assistant

Department: 34004096 Mental Health Services Adult Partial Hospital Program
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Hours: 40
Contract: Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation: None
Job Profile Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Job Description:

Plan and facilitate therapeutic interventions through structured activities and education. Provides direct and indirect patient care services under direction of program manager. Utilizes patient/family needs to provide input into the care and discharge planning process.

Principle Responsibilities

• Assessment/reassessment.
  • Assesses level of risk.
  • Assesses level of functioning.
  • Assesses programming needs for patient/families.
  • Documents assessments.
• Plans and conducts educational/therapeutic activities.
  • Assigns patients to specific group according to team treatment plan.
  • Conducts groups as scheduled.
  • Conducts one on one education/activities as determined by the assessment and treatment plan.
  • Proactively works with all disciplines to achieve treatment plan.
• Advocate for patients rights.
  • Represents patient/family needs when patient/family is unable to do so .
  • Supports patient rights through awareness and provision of legal rights.
• Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergency situation to protect patient, self and environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation, music therapy, dance therapy or social/psychological area

Preferred Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years in mental health field

Licenses/Certifications

• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required Certified by American Heart Association or Allina BLS

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weightUp to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

Additional Job Description:

Join United Hospital’s Adult Partial Hospitalization Program as a Mental Health Program Assistant and play a vital role in delivering essential treatment hours. Your support ensures we provide the highest level of care to our patients, making a meaningful impact on their mental health journey. Be part of a dedicated team committed to exceptional patient care!

• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week period)
• 8-hour day shift (8:00am-4:30 pm)
• No weekends & holidays
• Benefit-eligible position

Pay Range:

Pay Range: $25.50 to $34.94 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary:

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.