Full-Time Evening Mental Health Support Specialist - Scott House (Brooklyn Park, MN)
About The Position
People Incorporated Mental Health Services is hiring a full-time Evening Mental Health Support Specialist for Scott House, a long-term residential program in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. The role provides care and support to clients and requires an onsite physical presence. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The hourly hiring range is $20.50, with a $1,000 hiring bonus for external candidates. Shift differentials of $1 per hour apply to hours worked between 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM and between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM. Full-time staff participate in an on-call rotation and attend mandatory team meetings. People Incorporated is a nonprofit mental health provider and community partner. The organization provides a tobacco-free environment and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values a diverse workplace.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- In addition to a high school diploma or GED, meet at least one of the following: be enrolled in a program pursuing a bachelor's or Associate of Arts degree in a health or human services field; have one year of experience working with the target population served; have experience as a certified peer specialist under Minnesota Statute section 256B.0615; or meet the requirements for unlicensed personnel under Minnesota Statutes sections 144A.43 to 144A.483.
- Ability to pass the screening required by the Federal Human Services Office of Inspector General to verify the employee has not been excluded from working in federally funded health care programs.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
- Current driver's license, good driving record, and valid insurance, if applicable.
- Earn First Aid, CPR, and AED training certification and Medication Administration certification upon hire and before independently working with clients.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Document client interactions in the organization's Electronic Health Record and, where applicable, program-specific documentation or record-keeping systems; communicate clearly with clients, staff, and other applicable parties.
- Interact effectively and demonstrate behavior consistent with organizational, division, and program customer-service and professional standards.
- Administer medications in accordance with organizational and program policies and procedures.
- Engage clients in daily activities using person-centered principles and develop and maintain relationships that support their individual goals.
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation for clients experiencing mental health symptoms or other emotional responses, prioritizing client and program safety.
- Teach or coach independent living skills in accordance with individual goals or treatment plans.
- Participate in a full-time staff on-call rotation.
- Attend mandatory team meetings.
Benefits
- Up to 112 hours of paid time off (PTO).
- Up to 48 hours of Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST), in accordance with state and local requirements.
- For full-time employees, up to 8 paid holidays per calendar year: 4 company-designated holidays and 4 floating holidays, prorated based on date of hire.
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with a 3% employer match.
- Multiple health and dental insurance plan choices.
- Lifestyle benefit: choice between a company contribution to a health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, or flex time.
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
- Free access to People Incorporated's Training Institute, offering free continuing education units (CEUs) and learning and education opportunities.
- $1,000 hiring bonus for external candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
