Christian Family Solutions is a faith-based, religious organization committed to our mission, healing and helping people in need through the ministry of Jesus Christ. As more and more people seek help with difficult issues, we want to be the counseling resource they turn to for hope, healing, and peace.

We are recruiting a part-time Mental Health Practitioner to provide services remotely, although being within commutable distance to our Mankato, MN clinic is preferred. This position will work within our MN ARMOR Online Day Treatment Program. Our clients, ages 13-18, are able to have their behavioral, emotional, and psychological needs met in both group format and individual 1-on-1 therapy with our CTSS team.

God has blessed us with an incredible privilege of healing and helping people in need. Click here to view a video about us. You will see what a privilege it is to call ourselves “Christian” and to reflect Christian love to everyone we serve. If you are motivated to assist clients in a comfortable, supportive, and Christ-centered atmosphere with a strong Christian Mission and Core Values , we want you to be a part of our team!

What you will be doing

Provide/co-facilitate group and individual skills training directed toward meeting the identified treatment needs of each recipient as indicated in the client’s treatment plan in the Day Treatment Program. This position may also provide in-home skills for the programs when needed. This position will collaborate with the CTSS team composed of Program Therapists and other mental health practitioners to assist with client care. Main focuses of skills training may include communication/conversation skills, coping skills, social skills and/or interpersonal abilities.

Quality mental health delivered with integrity is the first commitment we make to our clients. An additional commitment we make is to offer the option of Christian faith principles integrated with a client’s treatment, as needed and desired by the client. Research has proven that such faith-integrated treatment is effective and has longer lasting impact. It is an approach we are committed to delivering, and we train our staff to provide it. You will work in a unique environment where both your professional skills and your faith can grow.

Hours for this part-time position are approximately 15 per week. It is expected that you will be working afternoons, along with some late mornings.

Why work for Christian Family Solutions?

At Christian Family Solutions, you have the opportunity to focus 100% on your client's care as directed by the needs and desires of each client. Christian Family Solutions will provide training in the process of applying clinical treatment within a biblical worldview, regular in-service or continuing education opportunities, as well as regular supervision and consultation.

In accordance with Minnesota Statute 245I.04, subdivision 4, qualified applicants will meet one of the following requirements:

• Holds a master's or other graduate degree in behavioral sciences or related fields
• Completed 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in behavioral sciences or related fields AND is working in a day treatment program
• Completed 4000 hours of work experience if the person Has experience in the delivery of services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorder, or emotional disturbance; or Has experience in the delivery of services to individuals with traumatic brain injury or developmental disabilities and has completed additional training in 245I.05, subdivision 3, paragraph (c); or
• Completed 2000 hours of work experience AND receives treatment supervision at least once per week until meeting the 4000 hour requirement AND Has experience in the delivery of services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorder, or emotional disturbance; or Has experience in the delivery of services to individuals with traumatic brain injury or developmental disabilities and has completed additional training in 245I.05, subdivision 3, paragraph (c).

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with adolescents and/or their families.
• Understanding of mental health conditions as they impact behavior.
• Timely and accurate submission of documentation of services and other documents as required.
• Must possess a valid MN driver’s license, auto insurance, and a clean driving record to allow for possible travel requirements.
• Willingness to support the mission of Christian Family Solutions.
• Active member of a WELS or ELS or confessional Lutheran Church preferred.