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Working Title: Behavioral Services Supervisor
Job Class: State Program Administrator Supervisor Principal
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/27/2024
• Closing Date: 05/13/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DCT Anoka Region MMA
• Division/Unit: Mental Health&SubsAbuseTrtSvcs / MHSATS Neuropsych Clinical Svs
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $32.16 - $46.56 / hourly; $67,150 - $97,217 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Telework Eligible: No
• 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 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.

The Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC) in Anoka is seeking a talented, mission driven, person-centered Behavioral Services Supervisor. As the Behavioral Services Supervisor, you will provide oversight and supervision of Treatment Plan Coordinators, Treatment Plan Specialist, and the Spiritual Care department. In this role, you will help ensure the availability and access of quality programming for patients with complex and co-occurring disorders involving mental health, substance use, and medical conditions in collaboration with the Clinical Service Director, supervisors, and other staff members. This position will be involved in hospital wide initiatives including treatment planning, patient grievances, Hospital Review Board, and other as needed volunteer services. This position influences hospital services, policies and procedures and will involve representation as the chairperson/co-chairperson of several committees and work groups at AMRTC.

Responsibilities:

• Hiring, interviewing, oversight, supervision, and training of Treatment Plan Specialists, Treatment Plan Coordinators, and Chaplains
• Assist with the Hospital Review Board in order to coordinate patient meetings, implement a plan to move recommendations forward and create a response with the hospital administrator and other executive team members as needed.
• Participate in assigned committees and work groups including Co-chairing the Treatment Planning Oversite Committee.
• Coordinate and report on treatment planning areas of quality improvement efforts and performance improvement projects.
• Development, maintenance, improvement and coordination of AMRTC treatment planning and group programming.
• Audit and follow-up on clinical procedure and policy changes as well as fidelity items from Evidence Based Practices to ensure practices are improved and sustained.

Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC) is an inpatient psychiatric hospital serving adults with mental illness in a large, campus-based setting. The population also includes individuals civilly committed for specialized care, such as competency for criminal court (Rule 20), emergency 48-hour bed holds, and co-occurring mental illness/chemical dependency. Located just 15 minutes north of the Twin Cities metro, this modern facility offers compassionate, person-centered, trauma-informed care in a pleasant environment appreciated by patients and employees alike.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed or eligible for licensure as a mental health professional through the relevant degree licensing board (LPCC, LICSW, LMFT) or currently hold an equivalent license in another jurisdiction and able to obtain Minnesota licensure prior to start date.

3 years experience providing behavioral health hospital or an inpatient or outpatient facility including at least 3 of the duties listed below:

• Overseeing and implementing clinical programming, life skills/education, and/or initiatives designed to enhance the services provided
• Delivering psychoeducation and/or behavioral interventions
• Providing case coordination among multidisciplinary team members
• Conducting comprehensive assessments
• Leading development of treatment/support plans as required by program licensure

AND

1 year demonstrated leadership experience that includes:

• Providing work direction, training, problem solving support and procedural guidance to staff
• Provide leadership and direction in the development, evaluation and implementation of unit and individualized skills training

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of CMS and TJC regulatory standards related to treatment planning.
• Experience working in an inpatient psychiatric hospital setting.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

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.

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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Kayla Evenson at kayla.evenson@state.mn.us.

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 Kayla Evenson at kayla.evenson@state.mn.us.

About Human Services Dept

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.

Why Work for Us

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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.