Adult Mental Health Practitioner

COMPANY SUMMARY: 

Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is the community leader in delivering exceptional, responsive and consumer focused behavioral health services. In 1964, we were established by a dedicated group of concerned citizens and government officials of Houston, Wabasha, and Winona counties. In 1965, we opened our first clinic in Winona.  Today we provide services in Winona, Houston, Wabasha, Goodhue and Fillmore counties.   

At Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, we know the importance of work/ life balance.  We allow flexibility in staff members' scheduling to meet this need.  We pride ourselves on helping our employees grow and develop within the agency by hiring internally within our organization, when possible.  For staff members that need Clinical Supervision to pursue licensing, we offer this education training at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center for free. HVMHC is committed to enhancing diversity within our team. We strive to foster inclusive work and service environments to support team members and clients with various lived experiences and comprehensive and consumer focused behavioral health services.  

TITLE:   Mental Health Practitioner, Community Based Services 

PROGRAM:   Children’s Community Based Services and Adult Community Based Services 

JOB SUMMARY:  This position entails 40 hours a week providing direct therapeutic, rehabilitative skills and/or Case Management services to children/adolescents and/or adults with functional skill deficits due to Mental Health needs. Services can be provided in the school, home, or other natural setting for the client and/or family. This position will involve meeting with the client individually, within the family, or in a group setting.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Provide direct client care based on requirements of the CTSS program, Targeted Case Management (TCM), ARMHS guidelines and agency service level standards. 
• Assure compliance with rules, regulations, licenses and/or certification standards for TCM, CTSS and/or ARMHS programming. 
• Attend all clinical supervision and client consultation meetings as required and based on qualifications. 
• Flexible work hours will be needed to meet the availability of the client which may include early mornings and later evenings. These hours may be flexed within the weekly schedule per approval of the director of the program.  
• Active team member of the agency Integrated Treatment Plan Team; participate in all treatment planning meetings focused on client centered care and treatment. 
• Works collaboratively with the client, the client’s identified supports and all professionals to ensure quality of care. 
• Write and maintain daily progress notes based on client’s progress and any other assessment’s required for progress review.  This includes keeping all documentation related to the client up to date, keeping notes and billing documents current and meeting or exceeding paperwork requirements. 
• Understands program requirements, state issued timelines, and agency expectations for client visits. 
• Attend conferences, in-services, and trainings related to assigned programs. 
• Must be able to pass a background check.  
• Possess a vehicle, valid driver license, and valid auto insurance.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION:  Must be able to walk, sit, stand, crouch, twist, bend, reach overhead, maneuver stairs and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities. Must be able to move around the office on a daily basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must communicate with others and exchange information. This is primarily a sedentary position (standing and/or sitting). Employee regularly operates a computer and other office equipment on a daily basis. Occasional bending and lifting of office materials up to 30 lbs.  

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director. 

EQUIPMENT USED:  Computer, telephone/cell phone, office equipment, vehicle 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:   

• Must meet minimum qualifications as a Mental Health Practitioner as outlined in MN Statute 245i.04: Sec. 245I.04 MN Statutes 

• Worker Traits: Must possess a high level of human relation skills and an aptitude for effective decision making.  Must possess good planning, organization and communication skills (oral and written) as well as problem solving skills.  Independently motivated and responsible. 

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Must possess a vehicle, valid driver’s license, and a willingness to travel as needed to client or organization locations throughout SE MN. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment free from harassment, violence and discrimination. Our inclusive work environment represents many different backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints. The core values we live by include: integrity, respect, people focused, community focused, continuous improvement, compassion, partnership and collaboration, empowerment and financial stewardship. All Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center owned facilities are smoke/drug free environments, with some exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of conditions at client sites. 

BENEFIT SUMMARY: 

• Paid Leave Time starts accruing at 5.08 hours per pay check (pro-rated for 20–39 hour employees). 
• Up to 10 days of paid jury duty leave. 
• Up to $2,000 Tuition investment and up to $900 continuing education funds available. 
• Up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave. 
• 20% YMCA membership discount OR $50 fitness reimbursement (per year). 
• 8 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per year (pro-rated for 20–39 hour employees). 
•  1 paid personal day per year. 
• Medical, dental and vision insurance is available for 30–40-hour employees. 
• Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance is free for 30–40 hour employees. 
• 403b retirement account with employer contribution of 100 percent match, up to 3.5 percent, at one year (1040 hours). Employees are fully vested at one year. 

EEO- We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. 

Completion of and passing the background check and MH Prac is required and a part of the application process, if a job offer is extended to an applicant.