Senior Psychiatric Mental Health Professional

Description

The Community Alternative Response Team (CART) is seeking two Senior Psychiatric Mental Health Professionals to complete intakes and initial clinical assessments with individuals referred to CART for services. In this position you will also provide case management services as a member of CART's interdisciplinary team.

CART is a short-term, intensive case management team, that focuses on providing voluntary person-centered stabilization services to adults at risk of civil commitment due to having a mental health or substance use disorder. CART works with residents to identify their needs and provides wrap-around support to help them access services in the community. The team is comprised of Senior Psychiatric Social Workers, a Staff Nurse, a Human Services Representative, and a Housing Case Management Assistant.

Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.

Location and hours:

These positions are hybrid and will work in Hennepin County community locations and remote as job duties require. Work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. While these positions are designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

New employees who are hired into remote or hybrid positions between January 2, 2022, to December 31, 2024, will receive $500 toward the cost of establishing consistent internet connectivity, payable upon completion of 6 months of employment.

About these position types:

These are a full-time, benefit earning positions.

These positions are internally classified as a Social Worker, Senior Psychiatric.

Click here to view the job classification specification.

In these positions, you will:

• Provide intensive, clinical services to adults with mental health and/or substance use disorders using a person-centered, trauma informed approach that incorporates the individuals' strengths and identified goals.

• Complete initial clinical assessments and intakes with individuals referred to CART for services, including collaborating with the Hennepin County Pre-Petition Screening Team to offer CART services to individuals diverted from the civil commitment process.

• Conduct clinical interviews with individuals to assess needs and work within a multidisciplinary team to connect clients to services and supports in the community. This may include referrals to services for mental health, medical health, basic needs, housing, financial assistance, and employment.

• Complete intake summaries and functional assessments, develop individual community support plans, and prepare diagnostic assessments as needed.

• Assess changes in functioning and mental status and respond to changes to meet client's needs in a timely manner and provide crisis intervention when necessary.

• Coordinate and collaborate with individuals, families, and providers in the community.

• Engage in clinical consultation, training, and community engagement.

Need to have:

• Master's degree or higher in social work or a closely related field and two or more years of post-master's degree experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting.

• Qualification as a Mental Health Professional as defined by the state of Minnesota.

• Eligibility for or licensure as an Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) by the Minnesota Board of Social Work.

• Eligible for or licensure as one of the following in the state of Minnesota:

• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)

• Licensed Psychologist (LP)

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

A valid driver's license, ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit, and access to reliable transportation to visit community sites throughout Hennepin County. Nice to have:

• Experience:

• Working with adult mental health targeted case management services and other treatment programs that work with individuals with serious and persistent mental illness.

• Providing clinical assessment of mental health and substance use disorders and completing intakes.

• Applying harm reduction and person-centered thinking principles in work or community settings.

Knowledge of:

• Trauma-informed care principles.

• Person-centered thinking.

• County and community resources for adults with mental health and substance use disorders.

Ability to:

• Establish effective relationships with individuals using a person-centered, trauma informed approach.

• Function well in unpredictable and challenging situations calling for sensitivity, flexibility, resourcefulness, and independent judgment.

• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

• Organize information and effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

About the department:

Human Services delivers a variety of services to individuals or families that assist with basic needs or encourage client change around specific objectives. We work with individuals as well as systems and communities in order to develop policy and advocate for the people we serve. The people we serve and our communities are connected. By helping one, we help the other.

About Hennepin County:

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.

Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (log in as Guest).

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

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These positions may have access to systems or other documentation that contains HIPAA data.

Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test that may include testing for cannabis and/or a criminal background check.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Taylor Dahlberg

taylor.dahlberg@hennepin.us

Why work here?

Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:

• Meaningful work

• Public service

• Competitive pay

• Work-life balance

• Generous benefits

• Opportunities to grow

• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.

Employee Benefits Summary

Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.

If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found here.

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These positions are hybrid and will work at various Hennepin County community locations and remote as job duties require. Work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. While these positions are designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. Valid driver's license, ability to obtain a Hennepin County drivers permit, and access to reliable transportation to visit community sites throughout Hennepin County. Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes

• No

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Do you hold a master's degree or higher in social work and/or another closely related field?

• Yes

• No

03

Describe your relevant education including area(s) of study, school(s) attended, and degree(s) earned. If you do not have relevant education, type "None" in the space provided.

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How many years of post-master's degree experience do you have in a psychiatric or mental health setting?

• I do not have this experience
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

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Describe your post-master's degree experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

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Do you currently qualify as a Mental Health Professional as defined by the state of Minnesota?

• Yes

• No

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In which of the following ways do you qualify as a Mental Health Professional (per MN Statute 245.462 Subd. 18)? Check all that apply.

• I am not qualified as a mental health professional
• I am a licensed mental health professional
• I have a master's degree in social work plus at least 4,000 hours of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental illness
• I am a licensed registered nurse and certified as a clinical specialist or as a nurse practitioner in adult or family psychiatric and mental health nursing by a national nurse certification organization
• I am a licensed registered nurse with a master's degree in nursing or one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university or its equivalent, with at least 4,000 hours of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental illness
• I am licensed by the Board of Psychology and have stated to the Board of Psychology competencies in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness
• I am a licensed physician and certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or eligible for board certification in psychiatry
• I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with at least two years of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental illness
• I hold a master's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields, with at least 4,000 hours of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental illness

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Which of the following licenses do you currently possess or are eligible for in the state of Minnesota? Check all that apply.

• Not a licensed social worker at this time

• Not a licensed social worker at this time, but I am eligible for licensure

• Licensed Social Worker

• Licensed Graduate Social Worker

• Licensed Independent Social Worker

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)

• Licensed Psychologist (LP)

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

• None of the above

09

Do you have experience working with adult mental health targeted case management services and other treatment programs that work with individuals with serious and persistent mental illness?

• Yes

• No

10

Describe your experience working with adult mental health targeted case management services and other treatment programs that work with individuals with serious and persistent mental illness, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

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Do you have experience providing clinical assessment of mental health and substance use disorders and completing intakes?

• Yes

• No

12

Describe your experience providing clinical assessment of mental health and substance use disorders and completing intakes, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

13

Do you have experience applying harm reduction and person-centered thinking principles in work or community settings?

• Yes

• No

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Describe your experience applying harm reduction and person-centered thinking principles in work or community settings, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

15

Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.

• College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)

• Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)

• Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County

• Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee

• Hennepin County job notification emails

• Indeed.com

• Job fair or networking event

• LinkedIn

• Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)

• Professional association (job board or email)

• Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

• www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com

• Other

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For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website or media source.

Required Question

Agency Hennepin County

Address Hennepin County Government Center

300 South Sixth Street

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55487

Phone 612-348-7855

Website https://www.hennepin.us/jobs