Early Childhood Therapist

Range Mental Health Center • Virginia, MN

10d • $61,460 - $91,890 • Hybrid

About The Position

Range Mental Health Center is honored to be a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). Our goal is to increase access to high-quality, community-based mental health and substance use disorder services, particularly for underserved populations. As a CCBHC, we are dedicated to advancing the integration of behavioral health with physical healthcare and ensuring the consistent use of evidence-based practices. By working together, we strive to improve outcomes and provide comprehensive care to those who need it most.

As part of our commitment to supporting employees in their professional development, we offer 100% employer provided clinical supervision at no cost to staff in therapy positions or any role requiring clinical licensure. This includes weekly supervision in accordance with all licensing board requirements. Our structure also includes weekly multidisciplinary team meetings and monthly staff meetings. This reflects our broader philosophy of integrated treatment coordination and robust clinical support. Join a team where collaboration, professional development, and integrated care are built into the way we work, every single week.

The Early Childhood Therapist provides DC05 assessments, treatment plan development and review, child and family psychotherapy, crisis assessment, and case consultation. The therapist utilizes evidenced based practices in the community setting including RMHC office locations, school sites, and and/or the family’s home. The therapist is an integral part of an interdisciplinary team that collaborates on progress toward treatment goals and outcomes.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, or one of the behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of post degree experience working with young children (ages 0-5) and their families in Clinical Social Work, Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, or related fields with appropriate clinical supervision.
• Must be licensed or on track to be licensed as a Behavioral Health Professional in MN and ability to be credentialed by insurance companies.
• Must be trained and proficient in DC05 assessments, early childhood development, and clinical applications with young children and families.
• Ability to effectively manage sensitive and/or crisis situations in a professional manner.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and team-oriented environment.
• Flexible and able to prioritize workload and maintain organization.
• Able to maintain the confidentiality of interactions with the people we serve.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity in working with diverse populations.
• Understanding of local and state behavioral health resources and systems.
• Knowledge of RMHC and DHS records and billing compliance.
• Maintain valid Minnesota driver’s license and insurance.
• Philosophical approach consistent with Range Mental Health Center’s mission.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Sufficient visual acuity to read from a computer screen and printed materials.
• Adequate hearing to accurately receive and record verbal information.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to maintain a Minnesota driver's license and auto insurance

Responsibilities

• Complete DC05 Assessments for children ages 0-5 and comprehensive evaluations of children six years old and older in addition to all appropriate standardized measurement tools.
• Develop integrated individualized treatment plans for children in collaboration with families and other services providers.
• Review and update treatment plans at minimum every 180 days in compliance with DHS statute.
• Provide evidence-based, culturally competent, person centered, psychotherapy to children and their families at or above the agency’s expected performance level.
• Respond to and provide crisis assistance and intervention as needed.
• Complete clinical documentation and other medically necessary documentation in RMHC electronic health record in alignment with agency and DHS standards and timelines.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with families, schools, professionals, and collaborating agencies.
• Effectively collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary team, ensuring well-coordinated care and clinically appropriate referrals with families, schools, and other service agencies.
• Actively participate in all Early Childhood/School Linked Behavioral Health program meetings, integrated treatment planning meetings, clinical meetings, and trainings as directed.
• Work a schedule sufficient to meet the needs of the caseload and the agency.
• Consult with Clinical Supervisor regarding treatment and clinical outcomes for the people we serve to ensure clinical excellence.
• Follow all Federal guidelines in accordance with the Department of Labor’s statutes and laws and any other regulatory agencies.
• Perform all other duties assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life
• 401k
• PTO
• MN PFML
• 100% employer provided clinical supervision at no cost to staff in therapy positions or any role requiring clinical licensure

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level