Mental Health Clinical Trainee

Gateway Health Services•Lakeville, MN

7d•$52,000 - $66,560

About The Position

A Mental Health Clinical Trainee works under the direction of the Treatment Director and under the clinical supervision of the Mental Health Clinical Supervisor to develop clinical skills and deliver clinical services to clients, including diagnostic assessments and individual and group psychotherapy. The trainee collaborates closely with clients in the intensive rehabilitation treatment services (IRTS) program, offering structure, guidance, and access to resources.

Requirements

Hold a master’s or doctoral degree in behavioral sciences or a related field, such as psychology or social work, and be on a track toward independent licensure in Minnesota (LICSW, LP, LMFT, or LPCC).
Be currently enrolled in an accredited graduate-level program in behavioral sciences or a related field.
Have a minimum of 1,500 hours of supervised experience delivering clinical services to adults, adolescents, and/or children with mental illness, substance use disorders, developmental disorders, or traumatic brain injuries.
Have two years of full-time experience working with people with serious and persistent mental illness and/or substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

Facilitate and conduct individual services that address clients’ varied needs and health concerns.
Participate in and/or conduct assessments, treatment plans, plan-of-care reviews, and discharge plans as needed or directed.
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation for clients experiencing mental health symptoms or other emotional or behavioral responses, prioritizing client and program safety.
Coordinate services with other community providers by recognizing clients’ multiple needs and helping provide necessary resources.
Provide skill-building, teaching, and/or coaching related to clients’ goals and treatment plans.
Provide clinical leadership and training for new employees.
Assist with client intake and admission paperwork and provide program orientation, if applicable.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.