Full-Time Mental Health Support Specialist (Heather Ridge-Oakdale, MN)
About The Position
People Incorporated Mental Health Services is seeking a full-time Mental Health Support Specialist to provide care and support to clients at their Residential Programs. This role is crucial in transforming the health of communities through innovative solutions. The position involves direct client interaction, documentation, medication administration, and active engagement in clients' daily activities to support their individual goals. Crisis intervention and de-escalation are key components, as is teaching independent living skills. Full-time staff also participate in an on-call rotation and attend mandatory team meetings.
Requirements
- Ability to pass the screening required by Federal Human Services Office of Inspector General to assure the employee has not been excluded from working in the Health Care Programs which receive federal funding.
- Ability to pass a Criminal Background Check.
- Current driver’s license along with a good driving record and valid insurance, if applicable.
- GED or High School Diploma AND Must be enrolled in a program in the pursuit of a bachelor or Associate of Arts degree in a health or human services field; OR Have one year of experience working within the target population served; OR Experience as a certified peer specialist according to Minnesota Statute section 256B.0615; OR Meets the requirements for unlicensed personnel under Minnesota Statute under sections 144A.43 to 144A.483.
- Upon hire and prior to independently working with clients, you must earn a certification in First Aid CPR AED training and Medication Administration as required by the program.
Responsibilities
- Must have physical presence onsite.
- Document interactions with clients into the organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) and program-specific documentation/record-keeping system.
- Provide clear and concise communication with clients, staff, and other applicable parties.
- Effectively interact and exhibit behavior consistent with customer service and professional standards.
- Responsible for medication administration in accordance with organization and program policies and procedures.
- Using person-centered principles, actively engage with clients in their daily activities.
- Develop and maintain appropriate relationships that support the client in meeting their individual goals.
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation for clients experiencing mental health symptoms or other emotional responses while prioritizing client and program safety.
- Teach and/or coach Independent Living Skills as it relates to the individual’s goal and/or treatment plans.
- Attend mandatory team meetings.
- Participate in a rotation of on-call staff.
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.
- Up to 8 paid holidays per calendar year (4 company-designated holidays and 4 floating holidays that are prorated based on date of hire).
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% employer-match.
- Multiple health and dental insurance plan choices available.
- Lifestyle Benefit – choice between company contribution to health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, or flex time.
- Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance & Life Insurance.
- Free access to People Incorporated's Training Institute, offering free CEUs and a wide array of learning and education opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
