Job Description

Posting number: 26NP285KC029

Department: NorthPoint Health & Wellness

Division: Psychologists

Job classification: Social Worker, Senior Psychiatric

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Mental Health, Public Health, Social Services, Human Services

Summary

The Behavioral Health department at NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center is seeking Mental Health Therapists to join their team. We're making health happen! These positions will provide clinical mental health services for all ages, one position having a specific focus on children and adolescents. These roles will conduct initial clinical interviews with children, adolescents, adults, and their families, to determine level of functioning and diagnose mental and/or emotional disorders. You will complete diagnostic assessment reports for presenting problems, psychosocial and medication histories, and psychiatric diagnoses, create treatment plans, and provide psychotherapy. There is an opportunity to expand competency to children five years of age and younger as part of our Early Childhood Program. Training will be provided.

Candidates who are looking to serve in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) will be pleased to know that NorthPoint's score is 21. Health care providers that help underserved communities are eligible for scholarship and loan repayment programs.

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 located at NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center at 2220 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.

About these position types:

These are full-time, benefit earning positions.

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

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In these positions, you will:

• Complete diagnostic assessments for all ages: children, adolescents, adults, and their families.
• Provide direct clinical services including clinical interviews, therapies, and crisis/risk assessments.
• Provide general case management; prepare reports, case records, correspond as necessary clinically, and bill for services.
• Participate in weekly multidisciplinary staff case consultations with psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health providers.
• Work as a member of a multidisciplinary, integrated care team consisting of medical, dental, behavioral health, and other ancillary care providers, providing both internal and external referrals for patients.

Need to have:

• Master's degree or higher in social work or 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 Minnesota Mental Health Act.
• Current licensure as one or more of the following:
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) by the Minnesota Board of Social Work.
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) by the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy.
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) by the Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy.
• Licensed Psychologist (LP) by the Minnesota Board of Psychology.

Nice to have:

• Experience:
• Using the Epic electronic health records system.
• Working with children and adolescents.
• With crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• With being trauma-informed and understanding the impact of trauma on individuals and the importance of creating safe and supportive environments.
• Working in a school system, hospital, clinic, or in the community.
• Knowledge of clinical interview techniques to be used with children and families.
• Knowledge of resources available through Hennepin County and the community.
• Skill in working with patients of varying cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds including patients who may require the use of an interpreter.
• Ability to:
• Establish effective therapeutic relationships with patients and their families.
• Gather and interpret pertinent psychosocial and psychological data in cases characterized by complex problems and the ability to use this data to inform diagnostic considerations and develop effective therapeutic interventions.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other professionals, and the public.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Candidates with fluency in another language(s) in addition to English are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates who pass a language assessment may qualify for additional bilingual pay and duties.

About the department:

NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center sets a standard of excellence in providing culturally responsive, integrated, holistic primary health and social services that strengthens our community and the lives of the people we serve. We are leaders and partners in a shared vision of a healthy, environmentally safe, and economically stable, self-reliant community.

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 with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.

Our employees receive a combination of competitive 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 (login as Guest).

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

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

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These positions will 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, a physical assessment, and/or a criminal background check.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Kristin Checco

kristin.checco@hennepin.us