Mental Health Program Assistant

Allina Health

4d•$26 - $36

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day shifts No weekends Job Description: Plan and facilitate therapeutic interventions through structured activities and education. Provides direct and indirect patient care services under direction and supervision of identified program Mental Health Professionals and Program Manager/Supervisor. Utilizes patient/family needs to provide input into the care and discharge planning process. Follows all practices as outlined by Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, MN DHS Manuals, and in accordance with MN § 245I as a Mental Health Practitioner in Adult Day Treatment, Adolescent Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient Programs, and Partial Hospital Programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation, music therapy, dance therapy or social/psychological area
Meets MH Practitioner Qualifications in accordance with MN § 245I.04, Subd 4
Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below: • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross • Allina in-house BLS training (within 90 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

2+ years in mental health field

Responsibilities

Assessment/reassessment.
Assesses level of risk within scope and consults with MH Professional.
Assesses level of functioning.
Assesses programming needs for patient/families.
Documents assessments.
Plans and conducts educational/therapeutic activities.
Assigns patients to specific group according to team treatment plan.
Conducts groups as scheduled.
Conducts one on one education/activities as determined by the assessment and treatment plan.
Proactively works with all disciplines to achieve treatment plan.
Advocate for patients rights.
Represents patient/family needs when patient/family is unable to do so .
Supports patient rights through awareness and provision of legal rights.
Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergency situation to protect patient, self and environment.
Engages in supervision with assigned Clinical Treatment Supervisors under a signed Supervision Plan.
Other duties as assigned.