Mental Health Practitioner IRTS

Gateway Health Services

Mental Health Practitioner IRTS

Lakeville, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Job Summary

    We are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join our team! In this role, you will support clients by providing essential mental health services, including skill-building, education, rehabilitative care, functional assessments, level-of-care evaluations, and individualized treatment planning for adults.

    We seek compassionate individuals who excel in team-oriented environments and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. We are specifically looking for motivated, hardworking, and dedicated professionals who can make a meaningful impact in our clients' lives.

    Key Responsibilities

    Assist clients and support staff with daily programming

    Guide, support, and model effective mental health symptom management techniques

    Lead educational sessions to help clients better understand their mental health conditions

    Maintain a safe, clean, and healing environment for staff and clients

    Ensure necessary supplies and equipment are restocked as needed

    Keep detailed records of client interactions and promptly report any concerns

    Qualifications & Requirements

    Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

    High school diploma plus

    4,000 hours of supervised experience working with individuals diagnosed with Mental Illness (MI), Developmental Disability (DD), Intellectual Disability (ID), or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

    OR

    Completion of 30 semester credits or 45 quarter credits in behavioral science or a related field plus

    Proof of a practicum or internship requiring direct client interaction focused on behavioral sciences or related fields

    OR

    2,000 hours of supervised experience working with individuals diagnosed with MI, DD, ID, or TBI

    OR

    Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science or a related field plus

    Proof of a practicum or internship requiring direct client interaction focused on MI, DD, ID, or TBI

    Additionally, candidates must pass a Minnesota Department of Human Services background check.

    Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

    Job Details

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Expected Hours: 20–40 hours per week

    Schedule:

    8-hour shifts

    3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (shift differential available)

    Every other weekend

    Benefits & Work Setting

    Benefits:

    Employee assistance program

    Flexible scheduling

    Medical & Dental coverage

    Paid Time Off (PTO)

    Medical Specialties:

    Mental Health

    Medication Management

    Psychiatry

    Work Environment:

    Residential Treatment Facility

    Serving an adult population

    Location: Lakeville