Develop and provide therapeutic recreation services which support the residential treatment plan by improving the physical, emotional, cognitive and social abilities of residents’ as well as providing a comprehensive staff training program.

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation/Physical Education or related discipline required. A minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in leading a recreation and training initiative in a residential treatment setting and supervising support staff. Must meet requirements for Mental Health Practitioner and have a valid driver’s license.

Please visit our website and complete an employment profile for further consideration. http://www.nexustreatment.org

Volunteer of America of MN - Mental Health Clinics

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a licensed mental health therapist position to provide individual and family therapy for adolescents in residential treatment and for children, adolescents and their families in an outpatient setting. This position may be part-time or full-time and requires evening and weekend hours. The candidate must have strong clinical skills working with diverse populations and adolescents in residential treatment. Must have good verbal and written skills and work well within a team setting. This position may require travel between our Minnetonka and Northern Anoka sites.

For consideration, candidates must possess a Master’s degree, be licensed as a Mental Health Professional(Licensed Psychologist, LMFT, LICSW or LPCC) and eligible to become a credentialed provider with insurance entities. In addition, three (3) years experience in mental health service delivery required with a strong background in working with adolescents and their families. Also requires experience working with a diverse population. A valid drivers license and a good driving record is necessary.

Please learn more about our organization by visiting our website at www.voamn.org. You may apply directly by following the link: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=582903.

FT Therapist position at Gerard Academy in Austin, MN.

Job Description: Work within a residential treatment facility and provide assessments for evaluation and treatment planning for children with emotional and behavioral problems. Responsibilities include developing individual and group treatment plans, providing individual, group and family therapy and education, participating in resident discharge and aftercare planning, communicating and coordinating services with leagal, education and social service entities anf conducting in-service staff training on therapy techniques and application.

Qualifications: Requires a Master's Degree in psychology, social work or clinically related discipline. Two years experience in adolescent counseling and/or residential experience is strongly preferred. Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Requires flexibility to work some evenings, weekends, and be on-call as needed. Must be able to assist in proper restraining of residents, be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100+ pounds with assistance. Ability to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within a residential program.

For more information and to complete and employment profile please go to: www.nexustreatment.org No resumes accepted.

EOE

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Village Ranch Child and Family Services offers a wide array of services including counseling, education and support to at-risk youth and their families in the community. Currently we are looking for Mental Health Professional to provide services in our Cokato and Hutchinson area 2-3 days a week.

The position offers:

• Rewarding work with children, adolescents and families mental health
diagnoses;
• Individualized and creative treatment plans;
• Experience with diverse mental health issues;
• Career growth and professional development.

Mental Health Professionals provide individual and family therapy to children and adolescents in both an outpatient and residential setting. Issues of concerns range from mental health to significant behavioral concerns that are impeding the child’s level of age-appropriate functioning and adaptability. We offer a very competitive salary.

Experience and Qualification Requirements:

Position requires licensure in the State of Minnesota as a LP, LICSW, LMFT, or LPCC.
• Residential experience and minimum of two years experience preferred;
• Must have training and experience working with children and adolescents;
• Must be able to commit to the position for a minimum of 6 months.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please contact Shilpa Patel, Clinical Director at 612-377-5510 or email resume and letter of interest to Shilpa.patel@villageranchcfs.org.

Functional Family Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY: Full-time in-home therapist position responsible to provide therapeutic and educational interventions to youth and families who have been referred to VOAMN Mental Health Clinics by Hennepin County juvenile probation. This position will use the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Model, an evidenced based practice for this population. These services include crisis intervention, therapy, case coordination, advocacy, team meetings, court reports, and referral services. Position will maintain case load of approximately 10 clients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree, licensed as a Mental Health Professional (Licensed Psychologist, LMFT, LICSW or LPCC) and eligible to become a credentialed provider with insurance entities is all required. Three years experience in mental health service delivery required with a strong background in working with adolescents and their families. Extensive training will be provided in FFT. Also requires experience working with a diverse population.

STARTING SALARY: Competitive salary and benefits. Mileage reimbursement also included.

APPLICATIONS: Apply online at: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=590788

Gerard Academy is a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program with emotional and behavioral challenged children, located in Austin, MN. Seeking a full-time LPN to monitor and provide medical care for clients. Responsibilities include facilitation of admissions and treatment processes, coorination with external providers relative to client physical health and well being. Administraion of medications; maintenance of medical records; coordination of staff training; administer TB tests and vaccines for staff, as required,; and other related duties.

Qualifications: Requires valid LPN license and minimum of 2 years experience, preferably in a residential treatment setting. Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

No resumes will be accepted. Please go to www.nexustreatment.org to apply.

EOE

ABOUT US

Northwood Children's Services is a private, not for profit, tax exempt agency that provides professional care, education, and treatment for boys and girls with emotional, behavioral, and learning disabilities. We are based in Duluth, Minnesota. We have an exceptional 128 year history of providing compassionate service for the care and treatment of children. We are known for our excellent work environment and for providing opportunities to advance within our organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree in social work, counseling or other related mental health field, plus two years of experience with families and children required. LICSW, LGSW, LP or LMFT, LPC or LPCC preferred. Licensed mental health professional or licensed eligible required. The candidate must have strong clinical skills and experience working with diverse populations. A valid driver's license and clean driving record is also required. The position requires flexibility to work some evenings and weekends, as needed.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The primary responsibility of the therapist position is to provide individual, group and family therapy. The therapist utilizes a psychodynamic process employing several different approaches and methods to facilitate resolution, relief of symptoms, or problems in an individual, group or family structure. The foundation of the therapeutic process is built from extensive information provided by the individual, family, county, court, and significant others. The therapist determines the need and direction of therapy based on the diagnostic and assessment information reviewed and analyzed by the therapist, the clinical team, and in clinical supervision. Ongoing clinical notes are maintained and reports and goals are provided to the team supervisor quarterly, or upon request.

The therapist also acts as a consultant to the program team. This position also includes the responsibility for enforcing Northwood policies and procedures, providing the administrative team with feedback on program needs and development, development of therapeutic programs and is a member of the clinical community.

EEO Employer

TO APPLY
Please apply online at www.northwoodchildren.org

POSITION SUMMARY

The Clinical Supervisor assumes responsibility for the treatment program, maintains professional connections with outside agency personnel, arranges for and coordinates the use of outside treatment consultants, supervises graduate internships, and takes on other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The person who can fulfill the duties of this position has the following:

1. Master’s or Doctorate in Psychology and licensure as a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Psychiatrist certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or eligible for board certification in psychiatry, or Registered Nurse certified as a Clinical Specialist in juvenile psychiatric and mental health nursing.
2. At least 4,000 hours of full-time supervised experience in the provision of individual and group psychotherapy to individuals in a corrections, chemical dependency, mental health, developmental disabilities, social work, or victim services setting.
3. At least 2,000 hours of supervised experience in the provision of direct therapy services to sex offenders.
4. Experience and proficiency in sex offender assessments.
5. Experience and proficiency in case management, including treatment planning, general knowledge of social services and appropriate referrals and record keeping, mandatory reporting requirements, and confidentiality rules and regulations that apply to juvenile sex offender clients.
6. The ability to provide leadership skills in relating to clients, program staff, and the
public.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Can work effectively in a multicultural/diverse environment.
2. Can communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a broad range of people, including team members and external constituents.
3. Can effectively lead a treatment team.
4. Maintains appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
5. Demonstrates group leadership and organizational skills.
6. Provide MHP supervision on a weekly basis.
7. Exercise tact, discretion, and judgment in working with a variety of people.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
1. Must pass an Applicant Background Study through Minnesota Dept. of Human Services.
2. Must have a valid driver’s license and must meet our insurance company’s criteria to drive.
3. Must be in compliance with required agency staff development training by dates listed in Employee Policy Handbook.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

1. Provide clinical supervision as a mental health professional to all program and assigned staff.
2. Coordinate the use and scheduling of treatment related consultants.
3. Direct client assessment.
4. Ensure that the diagnostic assessment and treatment recommendations for each client admitted to the Hoffmann Center treatment program are appropriate for that client.
5. Oversee the design of the treatment plan for each client admitted to the Hoffmann Center.
6. Supervise the implementation of the treatment.
7. Supervise the documentation of client treatment.
8. Coordinate administrative reviews on clients when changes required for adequate progress are greater than those generally made to treatment plans during quarterly reviews.
9. Identify treatment staff-development needs and oversee the Hoffmann Center based in-service training program for sex offense-specific treatment and for the ancillary psychological needs of those clients who have cognitive and emotional deficits.
10. Coordinate clinical services and coverage on a weekly and/or as needed basis.
11. Provide on-call services as assigned.
12. Supervise interns.
13. Maintain professional relationships with outside agency personnel.
14. Meet all required orientation and staff development criteria.
15. Actively participate in supervisory process.
16. Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary is dependent upon experience; $ 77,951 - $99,333
Excellent benefit package that includes health, dental, and life insurance, Select Account participation, vacation and sick time, great retirement program, plus other benefits!

Send resume and letters of reference to: Executive Director, Leo A. Hoffmann Center, PO Box 60, St. Peter, MN