Behavioral Health Practitioner

Range Mental Health Center•Virginia, MN

2d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Practitioner provides direct support services, including skills training, crisis assistance, treatment plan development, medication administration, group facilitation, and 1:1 intervention to ensure an optimal experience for the people we serve. The practitioner works closely with the rest of the team to collaborate on progress towards treatment goals. These positions are based in a short-term residential facility, and shifts consist of days, afternoons, midnight, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Philosophical approach consistent with the Range Mental Health Center
Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation
Flexibility to meet demands in in a fluid and changing environment
Sufficient command of the English language to be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Non-judgmental attitude toward persons with disabilities.
Ability to be flexible, to work as a team member, and to interact effectively with the people we support, employees and other professionals
Good understanding of local and state mental health system
Strong time management ability
Regular and reliable attendance is a requirement to this position
Qualify as a Behavioral Health Practitioner as defined by the Minnesota Dept of Human Services. (4-year human service degree plus 2000 hours supervised mental health experience, or a master’s degree in human services, or 4,000 hours supervised mental health experience)
Adequate level of vision to use computer
Sufficient hearing to accurately record information received verbally
Ability to climb stairs
Ability to sit and to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds
Ability to use a computer keyboard
Must be 18 years of age
Must be able to maintain a Minnesota driver's license and auto insurance

Responsibilities

Conduct intake assessments, completing documentation within the electronic health record within required timelines
Conduct individual and group skills training to develop and enhance stability, competencies, personal/emotional adjustments, and independent living, activities, and community skills
Develop and update treatment plans for all assigned people
Coordinate care and provide referrals for services to support clients in reaching and maintaining their optimal level of functioning
Act as a client advocate and assist them in obtaining and maintaining benefits
Provide crisis assistance, including de-escalation, as needed
Complete prior authorizations as needed for services; coordinate with the RMHC billing team as needed
Support, coach, and assist clients with completing activities of daily living
Attend required staff meetings, multidisciplinary staff meetings, and training
Provide program transportation as needed
Conduct self in a manner that reflects knowledge and integration of cultural competencies
Properly report all instances of suspected abuse or neglect to the program manager and follow requirements for mandated reporting
Review policies and procedures regularly and seek answers to questions via communication with the direct supervisor or another representative of RMHC in authority
Follow all Federal guidelines under the Department of Labor’s statutes and laws and any other regulatory agencies.
Other functions as needed to perform assigned duties.