Mental Health Crisis Therapist

Hennepin County•Hennepin County, MN

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Hennepin County's Human Services and Public Health department (HSPH) is seeking two Mental Health Crisis Therapists to join the Cope team. These positions offer the opportunity to make a difference in diverse communities, enhance clinical skills in a fast-paced, team environment, and be part of a department with the mission to strengthen communities by improving the health of individuals and families. Cope is a 24/7 mobile crisis program that provides crisis services in Hennepin County. Community members call Cope when they or loved ones are having a difficult time managing a crisis and are seeking community supports. As a team member, you will make decisions about an individual's safety in real time while assessing their strengths. You will be providing clients with reassurance in times of crisis, determining their needs and resources, and safety planning, rather than managing a caseload. It takes passion and a willingness to work with people in crisis. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program .

Requirements

Master's degree or higher in social work or closely related field with course work emphasis in areas such as social work methods, human growth and behavior, and principles of social welfare.
Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or human services, and at least 18 semester (27 quarter) credits of graduate work in the above areas, and three years or more of full-time supervised experience as a social worker.
Licensed as a Graduate Social Worker by the Minnesota Board of Social Work.
A valid driver's license, the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver permit, and daily access to reliable transportation sufficient to travel to a variety of Hennepin County sites and community locations, and to occasionally transport clients.

Nice To Haves

Licensure or eligibility for licensure in any of the following: Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).
Experience: Providing therapy or crisis services to adults, adolescents, children, and/or their families in their home or other community setting.
Conducting mental health screenings.
Handling mental health crises, including diagnosis and treatment of clients in crisis.
Knowledge of: Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
Knowledge of: County and community resources.
Knowledge of: Cultural differences in beliefs and practices relating to mental health, treatment, family structure, and dynamics.
Ability to: Function well in unpredictable and challenging situations calling for sensitivity, flexibility, resourcefulness, and independent judgment.
Ability to: Effectively interact with people from diverse backgrounds and/or historically underserved populations.
Ability to: Work well in a group setting.
Ability to: Effective therapeutic intervention skills.
Candidates with fluency in another language(s) in addition to English are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates who pass a language assessment may qualify for additional bilingual pay and duties.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial mental health screening of adults, children, and adolescents in crisis via phone to determine client needs.
Provide mobile crisis assessment for adults, adolescents, children, and/or families in a client’s home, community setting, or through telehealth.
Complete mental status examinations, determine appropriate provisional diagnoses, and develop short-term treatment goals and intervention plans based on the individual's identified needs.
Manage Adult Protection calls received from Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) and reports received through the Social Services Information System (SSIS).
Complete documentation in electronic medical record according to statute.
Work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
Collaborate and consult with other mental health professionals, case managers, and family members with the appropriate authorization.