Behavioral Health Consultant - Vadnais Heights, United States - Department of Human Services - Direct Care and Treatment

Description

When all employees are embraced, respected and heard, we will build a collaborative, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist culture where everyone thrives.

Working Title: Behavioral Health Consultant
Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 3 or 4

Agency: Human Services Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 05/01/2024
• Closing Date: 05/14/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs
• Division/Unit: MSOCS Crisis Homes / MLB/Crisis Programs Supports
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift (Generally, shifts are 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 8:00 a.m. to 4:00); shift and hours may vary due to needs of the program.
• Days of Work: Varies (Generally Monday - Friday)
• Travel Required: Yes - Travel to sites at least weekly
• Clinical Program Therapist 3 Salary Range: $ $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,002 / annually
• Clinical Program Therapist 4 Salary Range: $ $48.51 / hourly; $68,298 - $101,289 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Telework Eligible: Yes - With travel working to support homes.
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

Candidates may be eligible for up to a $2,500 hiring bonus*

*** This vacancy is being posted at 2 different levels. The level at which the position is filled will be determined based on the successful candidate's qualifications. ***

Given the integrated nature of Community Support Services work, the Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant demonstrates expertise in behavioral assessment and interventions and with consultation as needed from colleagues with complementary expertise. As a bridge connecting providers together in the best interest of the individual, the Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant integrates multidisciplinary expertise to facilitate positive outcomes for focus individuals and their support networks. In each of these interactions, the Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant strongly impacts the quality of focus individuals' lives and successful community living. The Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant position strongly impacts the quality of focus individuals' lives and successful community living.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Completing clinical assessments for individuals with complex behavioral health challenges to identify appropriate community supports for them and their support networks.

• Providing support and/or crisis prevention and response plans to clients and their supports.

• Serving as a resource, liaison and technical assistant to coordinate care amongst individuals served, their families, providers and other stakeholders.

• Identifying training needs, developing and presenting training to enhance the community's capacity to support individuals with complex behavioral health challenges in the least restrictive community settings.

• Safeguarding clients' human rights through the use of Positive Behavior Support methods which are the least restrictive and intrusive practices appropriate for the situation.

• Participating as a Community Support Services team both locally and statewide.

*Current State of Minnesota Employees are not eligible for the hiring bonus

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Clinical Program Therapist 3

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or behavior analysis; eligible candidates also may have a bachelor's degree in human services or a related behavioral health field and must have completed substantial behavioral health coursework such as: individual or group counseling, clinical interviewing, clinical assessment, crisis intervention, or similar behavioral health courses.

AND

Three years of post-bachelor's degree experience providing behavioral health clinical services including at least 4 of the 6 activities listed below:

• Delivering individual or group therapy, psychoeducation, and interventions
• Providing case coordination among multidisciplinary team members
• Conducting comprehensive assessments
• Leading development of treatment/support plans as required by program licensure
• Planning discharge/transition and/or aftercare
• Providing behavioral health diagnosis

OR

Master's degree in one of the above degree programs or marriage and family therapy or other counseling field

AND

One year of post-master's degree experience as described above

OR

Doctorate in one of the above degree programs (PhD, PsyD, EdD, or DSW)

Clinical Program Therapist 4

Licensure/Certification (required) as an independent behavioral health professional (i.e., Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Licensed Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)

Master's or doctorate in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; AND

Three years of post-graduate degree experience providing clinical services,

OR

Degree: Doctorate (PhD, PsyD, or DSW)

Preferred Qualifications

• Have a Master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, social work, counseling or related behavioral or social science program.

• Experience providing direct support services.

• Experience working with and being part of an interdisciplinary team.

• Creative presentation skills and public speaking skills to effectively train adult learners.

• Knowledge of the social service funding, case management, and rules/laws governing services to persons with developmental or intellectual disabilities, mental illnesses, brain injury, and/or substance use disorders.

• Working knowledge of licensing requirements and billing processes related to Home and Community-Based Services waivered services.

• Familiarity with behavioral health and disability services and support resources.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at or email . For additional information about the application process, go to .

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date.

If you have questions about the position, contact Mary Dempsey at .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Sandra Perna at .

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

Why Work for Us

DHS operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at or email and indicate what assistance is needed.