Mental Health Pracitioner

Join the Fernbrook Family Center Team – Make a Real Impact Every Day!
Position: Mental Health Practitioner (Early Childhood setting)
Southern Minnesota | Flexible Schedule

Are you passionate about mental health and helping people thrive? At Fernbrook Family Center, we’re not just a workplace—we’re a mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through innovative, community-based therapy services. If you’re motivated, compassionate, and looking for a meaningful career where your work truly matters, we’d love to meet you!

Why Choose Fernbrook?

• Flexible hours (between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM)

• Hybrid options, including telehealth and remote documentation

• Supportive work culture rooted in collaboration, empathy, and professional development

• Career growth opportunities with regular training, supervision, and continuing education

• Meaningful work that supports individuals and families in real-world settings

What You’ll Do:

• Provide individual, family, or group therapy to children, adults, and families in home and community settings

• Deliver client-centered care while meeting productivity and quality standards

• Document services with accuracy and professionalism

• Seek supervision, feedback, and training for continued development

• Collaborate with other providers and Fernbrook team members

• Represent and uphold Fernbrook’s mission and values in all aspects of your work

• Travel as needed between clients' homes, community locations, and Fernbrook offices

What You Bring:

• Strong ethical standards and decision-making skills

• Ability to maintain professional boundaries

• Comfortable working independently and within a team

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Adaptability, organization, and openness to feedback

• Tech-savviness and ability to learn digital tools quickly

• A genuine passion for helping others and supporting mental wellness

Qualifications:

• Must meet Minnesota Statute requirements to qualify as either a:

  • Mental Health Practitioner, or

  • Clinical Trainee

• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance (for community-based roles)

• Ability to pass a criminal background check (per DHS and agency standards)

Bonus Points If You:

• Have experience working with diverse populations

• Are bilingual or multilingual

• Enjoy working in dynamic, ever-changing environments

Position Details:

• Full-time: 40 hours/week (salary-based)

• Hourly option: Up to 40 hours/week (with prior approval for overtime)

• Work location: In the community, at client homes, and via telehealth (when available)

Physical Requirements:

• Extended periods of sitting and computer work

• Ability to engage physically and emotionally with clients

• Occasional lifting (up to 15 pounds)

Inclusive & Welcoming Workplace
At Fernbrook, we embrace diversity and lived experience. We provide reasonable accommodations and actively support an inclusive environment for all employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Fernbrook Family Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs and can thrive.