Working Title: Mental Health Specialist

　　Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 3

　　Agency: Human Services Dept

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

　　Date Posted : 01/13/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/26/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

　　Division/Unit : DCT Closed Ops / BHDH DHHS Mental Health Prgm

　　Work Shift: Day Shift

　　Work Hours : 8:00am to 4:30pm

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : Yes, (Approximately 50% - Meet with client in-person as needed)

　　Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,002 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

　　FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

　　Telework Eligible (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) : Yes, (Work from home two-days a week.)

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　Posting extended again to close out 02/26/2024.

　　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.

　　*Telework (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) Option Is Available.

　　To provide direct mental health services to deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing adults coping with mental health challenges and serve as the treatment expert to public and private mental health care agencies primarily within the East and West Central region in Minnesota. The incumbent will also provide telehealth services statewide. The incumbent will have an office in St. Cloud. These services will enable deaf and hard of hearing clients to access culturally and linguistically affirmative mental health services in their home areas and for the mental health care agencies to receive expert consultation services for providing appropriate services to this population.

　　Some more responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

　　The Clinical Program Therapist 3 (MH Specialist) will provide direct mental health services to deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing clients, not limited to individuals, couples, family, and group counseling.

　　The MH Specialist will provide consultation services to mental health care organizations, local private/public agencies, county/state human services agencies, consumer advocates, and family members on the treatment of deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing clients, including treatment plans, interagency coordination, and community placement assistance.

　　The MH Specialist will consistently record client contacts, document progress notes, compose treatment plans, and any other client-related activities according to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Division (DHHSD) Mental Health Program protocol.

　　The MH Specialist will coordinate the regional mental health resources provided through the DHHSD Mental Health Program, ensuring its statewide programmatic goals are met.

　　The MH Specialist will be sensitive to the cultural differences of deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing clients.

　　The MH Specialist will ensure that all communications pertaining to their deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing clients occur promptly and efficiently.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　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.

　　Three (3) years professional experience providing direct mental health services to deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

　　Experience must clearly demonstrate:

　　Knowledge of the video technology used by deaf and hard of hearing people

　　Advanced skills in American Sign Language (ASL)

　　Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or behavioral-health related field.

　　Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the State of Minnesota (i.e., Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and working toward independent licensure.

　　Knowledge of Minnesota’s Behavioral Health and disability service delivery systems.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

　　Knowledge of clinical/crisis interventions and psychiatric medications.

　　Ability to provide consultation services to mental health care organizations.

　　Familiarity with behavioral health and disability services and support resources.

　　Strong human relations and communication skills.

　　Additional Requirements

　　Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.

　　Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It also includes contact with the applicant‘s former employer(s).

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

　　Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.