Mental Health Practitioner

We strive to create an inclusive environment in which all are seen, heard, and supported; encouraged to bring their whole authentic selves; and honored in their differences.

Position Title

Autism Day Treatment Mental Health Practitioner I 

Compensation

Our employees are our most valuable asset; therefore, we offer competitive pay and benefits. The pay range for these positions starts at $49,870 - $59,045 annually, depending on qualifications (i.e., licensure and experience). This salary reflects a 40-hour workweek, annualized. Any agreed-upon reduction in weekly hours will be reflected in salary commensurately. Please inquire with interest. This position is benefits eligible, including health and dental insurance, health savings account with an employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, and retirement account with matching contribution. Additionally, we offer generous PTO, paid holiday schedule, childcare discount, and eligibility for loan forgiveness!

Schedule: 35 or 40 hours per week; Monday-Friday

Location: Minnetonka

Program Summary:

The Autism Day Treatment program provides services which include day treatment as well as mental health outpatient services to preschool age clients with an autism spectrum disorder. Outpatient case load may include family and individual skills therapy sessions. This position facilitates the daily operations and programming for the day treatment and coordinates and provides support to the families, in-center and via telehealth.

Position Overview:

· Coordinate and oversee support staff within the multidisciplinary team and facilitate services in day treatment milieu which results in a successfully functioning treatment room that accomplishes the treatment goals for the enrolled children.

· Provide mental health services to families consistent with ethical best practices and St. David's Center mission, vision and values which results in a bridge between treatment milieu and home, improved client outcomes and achieving targeted caseload enrollments

· Complete documentation in accordance with laws and St. David's Center policies which results in clear communication to a variety of organizations and people regarding assessment, treatment goals, interventions, progress, and outcomes of enrolled clients.

· Demonstrate strong spirit of teamwork and flexibility by working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and Mental Health Professionals which results in a positive and supportive team atmosphere

Job Qualifications:

Education:

· Holds a bachelor's degree in a mental health field, from accredited college/university and has at least 2000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of mental health services to recipients with mental illness.

OR

· Has at least 6000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of mental health services to recipients with mental illness.

Experience Required:

· Relevant experience in the delivery of early childhood programming and mental health services.

Preferred:

· Relevant experience with children with special needs and Autism services.

St. David's Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status or disability.