Licensed Residential Mental Health Therapist

Volunteers of America Minnesota and Wisconsin•Blaine, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide high-quality, trauma-informed, whole-person mental health services for youth served in residential care. Lead collaborative care that advances resident outcomes and service impact while upholding professionalism, integrity, accountability, and youth and family dignity. The Residential Mental Health Therapist role supports youth in a 24-hour residential treatment environment and includes a set blended schedule designed to meet client needs across peak service times. Candidates should be comfortable working a set combination of days, evenings, and weekends as part of their standard schedule. This position is regularly scheduled for: Two weekday daytime shifts (normal business hours) One extended weekday shift (e.g. 12:00pm-8:00pm) Ongoing weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday from 8:00am-4:00pm). Working one weekend per month; schedule will be adjusted to include two fewer weekdays of your choice within that pay period. Participation within the MHP on-call phone support rotation.

Requirements

Must have a master's degree in the following fields from an accredited college or university (e.g. Clinical Social Work, Clinical Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy).
Currently licensed as a Mental Health Professional in Minnesota (e.g. LMFT, LICSW, LPCC).
Experience working with adolescents experiencing mental health and/or substance use concerns.
Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid Driver's License, and ability to meet background study requirements.
Must be able to safely perform all essential job functions, including responding to behavioral crises and implementing approved physical intervention techniques (including physical holds).

Nice To Haves

dual LADC licensure preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Maintain a therapeutic caseload and deliver individual, family, and group therapy using evidence-based, trauma-informed modalities that honor youth dignity and cultural identity.
Engage families and natural supports in treatment planning and reviews, modeling compassion and relational practice that strengthens the care system around each youth.
Develop person-centered treatment plans with measurable goals; track progress and adjust interventions to drive program efficacy and positive outcomes.
Provide clinical direction to the treatment team and milieu staff, investing in staff development through real-time coaching, reflective practice, and strengths-based feedback.
Coordinate care with psychiatrists, medical, educational, and community providers to support whole-person care and smooth transitions.
Facilitate at least one mental health–focused group per week that promotes emotional regulation, resilience, and safe skill practice.
Lead or participate in treatment reviews, using data and observation to evaluate service impact and ensure accountability to treatment goals.
Collaborate with the treatment team on milieu interventions, discharge planning, and aftercare supports, sustaining a safe, professional, and team-oriented work culture.
Provide therapeutic presence and support on the milieu as needed, using de-escalation and relationship-based approaches consistent with trauma-informed care.
Complete timely, accurate documentation for all services; ensure compliance with agency policy, licensure, payer, CARF, and HIPAA privacy and security requirements.
Participate in on-call rotation to provide coaching and clinical guidance to direct care staff outside of business hours, maintaining calm, compassionate support and clear accountability.
Advance equity and cultural responsiveness; contribute to an inclusive environment where youth and families are treated with respect and dignity.
Respond to crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques and, when necessary, implement trained physical intervention procedures (including physical holds) to ensure the immediate safety of youth, staff, and others, in accordance with program policy and training.