COMPANY SUMMARY:
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is the community leader in delivering exceptional, responsive and consumer focused behavioral health services. In 1964, we were established by a dedicated group of concerned citizens and government officials of Houston, Wabasha, and Winona counties. In 1965, we opened our first clinic in Winona. Today we have clinics located in Winona, Houston, Wabasha, Goodhue and Fillmore counties.
At Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, we know the importance of work life and family life balance. We allow flexibility in staff members scheduling to meet this need. We pride ourselves on helping our employees grow and develop within the agency by hiring internally within our organization, when possible. For staff members that need Clinical Supervision to pursue licensing, we offer this education training at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center for free. We are a mission driven organization and continue to be the leader in providing exceptional mental and behavioral support and services to enhance the well-being of our communities through a non-profit structure.
TITLE: School Linked Behavioral Health Therapist
PROGRAM: Children and Family Services
JOB SUMMARY: This position provides school based mental health assessment, therapy, skills training, consultation, referral services and supports for children, adolescents and families.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Complete diagnostic assessments and provide individual and family therapy or skills training for children, adolescents and families. These services could be provided at school, at home, and/or in the community as needed.
- Facilitate student groups on relevant issues when appropriate.
- Develop, monitor and review Children's Therapeutic Services and Support plans to meet clinical compliance and medical assistance insurance care standards.
- Complete documentation, billing and maintain case files as required.
- Refer students to appropriate services (i.e. social services mental health center, mentorship program, etc.).
- Develop a strong working relationship with school personnel and county agency staff. Provide consultation and help with the identification and documentation of high-risk behavior patterns among students. Work to identify appropriate interventions.
- Participate in client related IEP meetings and other client related school meetings with parent(s) and other providers.
- Provide 1 to 2 mental health in-services for school personnel for each school year of the grant.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of and an ongoing relationship with county and regional service providers, attend meetings of the Multidisciplinary Child Protection Team and grant provider meetings (may be additional meetings as determined by SLBH Coordinator or Program Director).
- Provide objective data related to grant program effectiveness.
- Possess a vehicle, valid driver license, and valid auto insurance.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform other duties as assigned by the SLBH Coordinator and Program Director.
EQUIPMENT USED: Computer, telephone/cell phone, office equipment, vehicle
JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Mental Health Licensure.
- Knowledge of serious mental illness and community support system services.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
- Must possess a vehicle, valid driver's license, and a willingness to travel as needed to client or organization locations throughout SE MN.
SUPERVISED BY: School Linked Behavioral Health Services Coordinator and Children's Services Program Director
SUPERVISES: None
POSITION DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt, Exempt; Full-Time or Part-Time
BENEFIT SUMMARY:
- Paid Leave Time starts hours per pay check (pro-rated for 20-39 hour employees).
- Up to 10 days of paid jury duty leave.
- Up to $2,000 Tuition investment and up to $900 continuing education funds available.
- Up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave.
- 20% YMCA membership discount OR $50 fitness reimbursement (per year).
- 8 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per year (pro-rated for 20-39 hour employees).
- 1 paid personal day per year.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance is available for 30-40-hour employees.
- Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance is free for 30-40 hour employees.
- 403b retirement account with employer contribution of 100 percent match, up to 3.5 percent, at one year (1040 hours). Employees are fully vested at one year.
EEO- We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Completion of and passing the background check is required and a part of the application process, if a job offer is extended to an applicant.