Mental Health Practitioner

Key Responsibilities

• Teach coping strategies to support clients in managing their mental health symptoms
• Model and teach living skills such as basic hygiene, nutrition, housekeeping, budgeting, and using public transportation
• Review client records to gain a clear understanding of history and current needs
• Communicate with team members to navigate crisis situations
• Administer medications and document in an electronic medical record
• Orient new clients to policies and procedures and reinforce as needed
• Conduct hourly safety checks
• Complete daily documentation each shift
• Demonstrate compassion and respect for team members and clients through promoting an inclusive, diverse, and culturally sensitive community
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA regulations regarding client information

Required Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of mental illness and the needs of people with mental illness
• Ability to develop and maintain receptive, open, and approachable lines of communication with clients and staff, and provide a friendly environment for visitors
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including composing, proofreading, and editing
• Presentation and meeting facilitation skills
• Ability to work as a proactive and positive member of a team to deliver quality services
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of organization, personnel information, and client data
• Ability to use sound judgment and maintain healthy professional boundaries
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and set priorities
• Proficiency with a variety of web-based software and databases, including Microsoft Office Suite

Working Conditions

• The position completes activities in the program office in Dakota or Scott County and will have interactions with clients of the program and the public
• Some activities may be required in the community
• Travel may be required to other program sites
• Prolonged periods at a desk, working on a computer
• Manual dexterity for tasks such as taking notes, using technological devices for documentation, or assisting clients with certain activities if needed
• Must be ambulatory and able to negotiate stairways
• The ability to lift and carry heavy weights that could be up to 25 pounds

About Guild

Guild is a Minnesota not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that empowers those living with mental illness and/or experiencing long-term homelessness by helping them find the tools they need to lead stable, fulfilling lives in communities of their choosing.

Benefit Highlights:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending, HSA, short and long-term disability
• Paid Time Off; paid holidays; wellness hours
• 403(b)
• Life insurance

The salary range for this position is between $22 to $25 hourly. The range reflects the minimum and maximum salary for the position. Compensation will depend on the candidate’s professional experience, skills, and relevant education, training, and certifications.