MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL OR CLINICIAL TRAINEE - ACT ASSISTANT TEAM LEAD

Pay

Unlicensed Therapist target range: $55,000–$65,000 annually, non-exempt (based on clinical hours and supervision). Licensed Therapist target range: $82,500 annually, exempt.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with rotating weeks of after-hours/weekend clinical coverage as part of the ACT team.

About the Role

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is an intensive, community-based mental health service for people living with serious mental illness who may face multiple barriers to stability and independence, including substance use, homelessness, unemployment, and other complex challenges. ACT takes a “whatever it takes” approach to helping people succeed. Services are provided in clients’ homes and community settings—not just in an office—and are intensive, available on a time-unlimited basis, and designed to support individuals in living successfully in the community of their choice.

As the ACT Assistant Team Lead, you’ll play a key role in the clinical leadership and day-to-day success of the team. Working within a shared leadership model alongside the ACT Team Lead and team psychiatrist, you’ll help ensure the team meets ACT standards as outlined in the Tool for Measurement of ACT (TMACT), while supporting high-quality services for clients and a strong, collaborative team environment. This role blends leadership with direct clinical work—stepping back to see the big picture while also rolling up your sleeves when the team or a client needs support.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with ACT standards outlined in the Tool for Measurement of ACT (TMACT).
• Provide direction, clinical support, and leadership to team members to promote quality and stability in daily operations.
• Assume clinical oversight when delegated or when the Team Lead is unavailable.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy when clinically indicated.
• Deliver services in clients’ homes and throughout the community.
• Adapt Individual Treatment Plans as clients’ mental health symptoms, behaviors, and needs change.
• Complete Diagnostic Assessments and contribute to case formulation and treatment planning.
• Coordinate care across CMMHC programs and with outside providers and community partners.
• Assist with referrals and screenings.
• Under the direction of the psychiatrist and Registered Nurse, provide medication monitoring and health education, support medication adherence, deliver medications when appropriate, and communicate medication concerns to the RN.
• Participate in required team meetings and other mandatory meetings.
• Help the team problem-solve complex situations and identify creative ways to support clients in achieving their goals.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or marriage and family therapy.
• Clinical Trainee working toward licensure as an LP, LPCC, LICSW, or LMFT OR current licensure as an LP, LPCC, LICSW, or LMFT.
• Clear DHS background study.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Supervisory, program management, or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of the ACT service delivery model.
• Comfort working outside of a traditional office setting.
• Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to think on your feet.
• Passion for community-based care and helping people achieve meaningful, independent lives.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Continuing education funds and on-site education programs
• Comprehensive benefits program (Medical and Dental Insurance, HSA, FSA, Vision, Company Paid Employee Life Insurance, Voluntary Term Life, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, & Optional Supplemental Insurance)
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5.5% employer contribution

About the Organization

For more than 60 years, Central Minnesota Mental Health Center (CMMHC) has provided comprehensive mental and chemical health services to residents of Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright Counties. CMMHC invests in team development through individualized onboarding, continuing education funds, and on-site programs. The organization supports work-life balance with generous PTO and flexible schedules, and all sites are approved for the National Loan Repayment Program to facilitate federal student loan repayment. A supportive, collaborative culture is reinforced through team building, employee recognition, dedicated volunteer time, and structured community partnerships.