Crisis Mental Health Practitioner

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is transitioning our Nancy Page & Diane Ahrens residences to a brand-new model of care that will integrate mental health and substance use care in a short and long-term residential setting. We are now hiring Crisis Mental Health Practitioners to join the team and help our clients who are experiencing a mental health crisis or acute mental health symptoms in a safe and supportive environment!

Hiring bonus of $1,000 for external candidates

Hours: Full-time and part-time available. Day, evening & overnight shifts.

Locations: Nancy Page in Minneapolis & Diane Ahrens in St. Paul

Hiring Range: $21.00-$25.75/hour – Depending on Qualifications. $1.00/hour shift differential for evening shift.

People Incorporated is a provider of behavioral and mental health services in Minnesota with 52 years of community impact. We reach over 12,000 individuals annually through more than 60 programs. Join us in our mission to support mental health and wellness in our community through collaboration and integration of care!

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma and:
  • 4,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with Mental Illness, DD, ID or TBI

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science or related field and proof of a practicum or internship that requires direct interaction with adults or children served and is focused on behavioral sciences or related fields;

OR

• Has completed 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in behavioral science or a related field and:
  • Has proof of a practicum or internship that requires direct interaction with adults or children served and is focused on behavioral sciences or related fields; OR
  • Has 2,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with mental illness; OR
  • Has 2,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with traumatic brain injury or developmental disabilities and completes training on mental illness, mental health de-escalation techniques, co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse, and psychotropic medications and side effects; OR
  • Is fluent in the non-English language of the cultural group to which 50% of the practitioner’s clients belong;

OR

• Is currently enrolled in a graduate level behavioral sciences program at an accredited college or university and is formally assigned to the program for clinical training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a behavioral science/related field and:
  • Proof of 4,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with mental illness

Main Job Duties:

• Provide and model crisis intervention and de-escalation for clients experiencing mental health symptoms or other emotional and/or behavioral responses while prioritizing client and program safety.
• Using and modeling person-centered principles, actively engage clients in their mental health recovery, and develop and maintain appropriate relationships that support the client in meeting their individual goals
• Conduct assessments and treatment plans, plan-of-care reviews and discharge plans as needed or directed. Train on preparing assessment and treatment plans, if applicable.
• Document interactions and interventions with clients, according to program requirements, into the organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) and/or record-keeping system.
• Coordination of services through the recognition of the multiple needs of the client, with other providers in the community, to provide necessary resources to the client.
• Assist with completing necessary client intake and admission paperwork and providing program orientation, if applicable

Benefits:

• Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance & Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% employer-match
• Multiple health and dental insurance plans available
• Four weeks of Paid Time Off, Floating Holiday and other recognized company holidays
• Access to People Incorporated’s Training Institute, offering free CEUs and a wide array of learning and education opportunities

As an essential healthcare provider, People Incorporated follows all local, state, and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19 precautions.

People Incorporated is committed to improving the wellness of our clients, staff, and the communities that we serve by providing a tobacco-free environment.

People Incorporated is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

People Incorporated values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.