Children Behavioral Health Practitioner

Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center•Winona, MN

2d•$19 - $28

About The Position

Coordinate and provide community services for children and youth with mental health conditions required to meet specific program eligibility requirements. Responsible for ensuring the individual receives services as outlined in a comprehensive evaluation. Responsible for educating and training individuals on basic skills and/or referring them to services and supports necessary to achieve service goals.

Requirements

Must meet minimum qualifications as outlined in MN Statute 245i.04: Sec. 245I.04 MN Statutes
Must possess a high level of human relations skills and an aptitude for effective decision making.
Must have good planning, organization, and communication skills (oral and written) and problem-solving skills.
Independently motivated and responsible.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must possess a vehicle, valid driver’s license, and a willingness to travel as needed to client or organization locations throughout SE MN.

Responsibilities

Provide direct client care based on assigned case load and unique identified needs of each client.
Teach clients basic skills and/or provide mental health case management in accordance with clinical, agency, and state guidelines and standards.
Maintain case file documentation in compliance with state, agency, and program requirements.
Maintain the amount of client contact and service level as required according to agency policy.
Participate in required individual and/or group clinical supervision.
Coordinate with other providers assigned to working with the individual in accordance with client and agency needs.
Offer referrals and recommendations for community resources and services.
Support clients during crisis situations.
Provide transportation or arrange transportation for individuals as needed.
Attend required organization and/or community meetings.
Attend conferences, in-services, and training necessary to meet license, program, agency, and state requirements.