Mental Health Practitioner IRTS - Gateway Health Plan : Job Details

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job Summary

We are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join our team! In this role, you will support clients by providing essential mental health services, including skill-building, education, rehabilitative care, functional assessments, level-of-care evaluations, and individualized treatment planning for adults.

We seek compassionate individuals who excel in team-oriented environments and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. We are specifically looking for motivated, hardworking, and dedicated professionals who can make a meaningful impact in our clients' lives.

Key Responsibilities

Assist clients and support staff with daily programming

Guide, support, and model effective mental health symptom management techniques

Lead educational sessions to help clients better understand their mental health conditions

Maintain a safe, clean, and healing environment for staff and clients

Ensure necessary supplies and equipment are restocked as needed

Keep detailed records of client interactions and promptly report any concerns

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

High school diploma plus

4,000 hours of supervised experience working with individuals diagnosed with Mental Illness (MI), Developmental Disability (DD), Intellectual Disability (ID), or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

OR

Completion of 30 semester credits or 45 quarter credits in behavioral science or a related field plus

Proof of a practicum or internship requiring direct client interaction focused on behavioral sciences or related fields

OR

2,000 hours of supervised experience working with individuals diagnosed with MI, DD, ID, or TBI

OR

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science or a related field plus

Proof of a practicum or internship requiring direct client interaction focused on MI, DD, ID, or TBI

Additionally, candidates must pass a Minnesota Department of Human Services background check.

Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Job Details

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected Hours: 20–40 hours per week

Schedule:

8-hour shifts

3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (shift differential available)

Every other weekend

Benefits & Work Setting

Benefits:

Employee assistance program

Flexible scheduling

Medical & Dental coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Specialties:

Mental Health

Medication Management

Psychiatry

Work Environment:

Residential Treatment Facility

Serving an adult population

Location: Lakeville