ARMHS Mental Health Practitioner

Brief Description

Mental Health Practitioners, Clinical Trainees, or Mental Health Professionals in Nystrom & Associates Community Based division work in the ARMHS (Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services) program. They provide community-based rehabilitative services to clients ages 18+ in their homes, focusing on four areas: Basic Living and Social Skills, Community Intervention, Medication Education, and Transitioning to Community Living.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally responsive mental health skills to clients and/or their families (if working with children)
• Absorb clients in identifying goals for functional improvement and assist them in meeting these goals
• Design and implement treatment/intervention in-home based on client needs
• Receive clinical supervision from a qualified staff member and obtain continuing education units

Requirements

• Meet the Mental Health Practitioner requirements as per MN State Statute 245I.04.04
• Have a Master's degree or other graduate degree in a behavioral science or related field
• Have a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or related field and 2,000 hours of supervised experience in mental health services
• Have 4,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of mental health services to people with mental illness
• Meet the Clinical Trainee requirements per MN State Statute 245I.04.06
• Complete an accredited graduate program to prepare for independent licensure as a mental health professional
• Be licensed as a LICSW, LMFT, LPCC, or LP in Minnesota
• Have proficiency in using computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Be able to work independently and have a valid driver’s license/auto insurance/reliable vehicle
• Be able to drive a minimum of a 30-mile radius around the primary clinic location

Qualifications

• Desire to work with children and families and/or adults in their homes; this includes walking, stairs, and the ability to crouch, stoop, sit on floors, and stand for periods of time

Skills

• Culturally responsive mental health skills
• Goal-setting and intervention planning
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, EHR)

Benefits

• Supervised hours for mental health licensure
• Flexible FT and PT schedules
• Board Approved Supervision for practitioners on licensure tracks; Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Extensive New Hire Training
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, and supplemental insurance
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Mileage reimbursement