What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychotherapist Trainee position at Fairview Health Services?
This position is part of Mental Health Crisis Care, which provides care across various Emergency Department settings in person and via Telehealth. The role is primarily on-site at MHealth Fairview Southdale Emergency Department and EmPATH unit, with focus on collaborative work within the emergency departments. The clinician will engage in crisis assessments, therapeutic interventions, group therapy, while also developing and directing patient care and disposition plans. Building strong relationships with psychiatry, medical providers, and interdisciplinary teams is essential. Since 2002, the team has been dedicated to supporting youth and adults during crises, improving community health through innovation and partnerships.
Job Summary
Under supervision, the clinician may
- Conduct Crisis and Diagnostic assessments,
- Determine clinical interventions,
- Facilitate therapy, and
- Provide education for patients and their families.
The role involves managing treatment planning, developing transition and discharge plans, and functioning as an interdisciplinary team member. Supervision and consultation with a licensed supervisor are integral to clinical practice.
Job Expectations
The clinician is expected to demonstrate clinical competence in treatment planning by facilitating and managing individualized plans that consider age, culture, diagnosis, and level of functioning. These plans are reassessed and adjusted as needed. Assessment responsibilities include completing and updating interdisciplinary tools weekly. Disposition planning involves coordinating care, providing crisis support, conducting behavioral assessments, and determining appropriate levels of care and discharge plans. The clinician will interface with government agencies, complete referrals, and communicate with community providers. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams ensures continuity of care, and documentation must be thorough and timely. Therapeutic responsibilities include providing individual, couples, and family therapy, as well as psycho-education groups. The clinician is also expected to engage in evidence-based practice through policy development, literature reviews, and participation in research and learning activities.
Required Qualifications
- Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a closely related field, and
- Completed clinical education and internship requirements, and
- Licensure or provisional licensure by the MN Board of Social Work as LGSW, or progress toward independent licensure as LMFT or LPCC, and
- Basic Life Support Certification must be obtained before the start date, and
- Proficiency with electronic health records and computer-based platforms, and
- The ability to multitask effectively
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred candidates will have three or more years of experience in crisis counseling or clinical therapy, and prior experience in hospital or emergency department settings.
Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
Compensation Disclaimer
The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Salary : $72,550 - $102,440