What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Based Mental Health Practitioner - Hibbing, MN position at North Homes Children & Family Services?
Description
Make a Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about supporting youth and families? Join a mission-driven team that empowers individuals and strengthens communities through compassionate, high-quality mental health care.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Starting Salary: $45,000/year
- Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, and life insurance
- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
- Training & CEU Opportunities – Grow your skills and advance your career
- Supportive Team Culture – You won’t do this alone
- Retirement Plan Options
About the Role: Mental Health Practitioner
We’re looking for a caring and motivated Mental Health Practitioner to provide direct, client-focused services like individual and group skills training in a school setting. You'll work hand-in-hand with a multidisciplinary team to create and implement tailored treatment plans, keep detailed documentation, and coordinate care across systems.
Your work will make a real difference in helping youth thrive—emotionally, socially, and academically—while supporting families, schools, and community partners along the way.
What You’ll Do
Build Relationships
- Act as a trusted connector between families, schools, and community networks
- Communicate clearly and compassionately—both in writing and in person
- Advocate for clients with professionalism and respect
Support Mental Health
- Design and carry out individualized treatment plans alongside the care team
- Empower clients and families through education and resources
- Focus on strengths while helping clients grow in key areas
Stay Sharp
- Complete timely and accurate documentation
- Stay current through training and professional development
- Maintain confidentiality and follow ethical standards at all times
Be a Team Player
- Jump in to support team initiatives and respond to changing needs
- Adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment with flexibility and positivity
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to bring your skills, compassion, and dedication to a team that values your impact—we’d love to meet you.
Requirements
You're a great fit if you:
- Meet Qualified Mental Health Practitioner criteria (qualifications can be reviewed here)
- Have strong knowledge of parenting, child development, and family dynamics.
- Have outstanding communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
- Have a heart for working with high-risk youth and families in crisis.
- Are nonjudgmental, trauma-informed, and have a strengths-based approach.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods.
- Travel to schools and service locations as needed.
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
- Comfortable using computers and office equipment for daily documentation and communication.
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Homes Children and Family Services proudly embraces Equal Opportunity Employment. We welcome all applicants regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or background. Your uniqueness is our strength.
Salary : $45,000
