Mental Health Therapist/Clinical Trainee - Outpatient Clinic

Radias Health•Saint Paul, MN

1d•$70,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Mental Health Therapist or Clinical Trainee provides professional, quality services to clients served by the Outpatient Clinic (OPC) and DBT Clinic. The role includes individual therapy in the OPC, individual DBT therapy, co-leading DBT Skills Group, and offering phone coaching on a flexible rotation. A typical caseload consists of approximately 70% OPC clients and 30% DBT clients. The position treats adolescents, families, and adults using evidence-based practices and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and professional codes. Work allows latitude for independent judgment. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday, either 8 a.m.–4 p.m. or 9 a.m.–5 p.m., for 32–40 hours per week. The stated starting salary range is $70,000–$75,000 for full-time licensed candidates and $65,000–$69,500 for Clinical Trainees. An office benefit package includes on-call expenses of $130 per month, subject to change.

Requirements

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Behavioral Sciences or a related field.
Working toward or holding status as a Mental Health Professional and maintaining an LICSW, LP, LPCC, or LMFT license.
Competence in administering diagnostic assessments.
Competence in treating clients with dual disorders of mental illness and substance abuse.

Nice To Haves

Training in DBT or experience providing CBT is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family therapy.
Conduct individual therapy in the Outpatient Clinic and individual DBT therapy; co-lead DBT Skills Group and offer phone coaching on a flexible rotation.
Perform diagnostic assessments according to state and federal criteria.
Treat individuals diagnosed with dual disorders of mental illness and substance abuse.
Perform appropriate functional assessments and risk assessments for suicide, sexual assault, and violence.
Develop appropriate treatment plans and therapeutic relationships with clients.
Demonstrate competency with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and Motivational Therapy techniques.
Complete charts, paperwork, and reports contemporaneously, accurately, and in an organized manner using the agency's electronic health record.
Achieve positive results in client satisfaction surveys.
Participate in peer review consultations and all scheduled team meetings.
Ensure appropriate reports are filed with Vulnerable Adult, Child Protection, the Ombudsman's Office, and other agencies or entities as needed.
Attend relevant meetings, conferences, and training sessions outside the agency.
Participate in ongoing professional growth and development, maintain appropriate professional behavior, and participate in appropriate supervision.
Maintain regular work hours to meet program needs as determined by the Program Director.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Office benefit package, including on-call expenses of $130 per month, subject to change.
Four weeks of accrued PTO in the first year of employment.
12 paid holidays.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer contribution and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance.
Dependent Care Account (DCA) with employer contribution.
Reimbursement for professional licensure fees.
Routine supervision from a Mental Health Professional, with access to licensure supervision opportunities.
403(b) retirement plan with an employer percentage match.
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Bereavement and paid parental leave.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness program supporting employee health and well-being.
Discounts through ADP LifeSmart.
Pet insurance.
Mileage reimbursement.
Casual dress code.