Treatment Counselor - Mornings (Chaska)
People Incorporated Mental Health Services
Summary
People Incorporated Mental Health Services is seeking full-time Treatment Counselors to join our Crisis/IRTS team. Our Treatment programs use person-centered care to provide direct intensive residential treatment and crisis stabilization mental health services within a recovery and rehabilitative environment.
Job description
Schedule
Full time: Mornings B: 8a-5:30p Wed-Fri & E/O Sat-Sun
Main Job Duties
- May be required to work full or partial shifts at other programs to assist with urgent staffing needs, which may require travel between locations.
- Using and modeling person-centered principles, actively engage clients in their mental health recovery, and develop and maintain appropriate relationships that support the client in meeting their individual goals.
- Demonstrate an intermediate level of clinical knowledge and modeling as it relates to the individual's goals, treatment plan, and diagnosis.
- Provide and model crisis intervention and de-escalation for clients experiencing mental health symptoms or other emotional and/or behavioral responses while prioritizing client and program safety.
- Conduct assessments and treatment plans, plan-of-care reviews, and discharge plans as needed or directed. Train on preparing assessment and treatment plans, if applicable.
- Provide various skill-building, teaching, and/or coaching as it relates to the individual.
- Assist with completing necessary client intake and admission paperwork and providing program orientation, if applicable.
- Medication administration in accordance with organization and program policies and procedures, if applicable.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in behavioral science or related field and proof of a practicum or internship that requires direct interaction with adults or children served and is focused on behavioral sciences or related fields; OR has completed 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in behavioral science or a related field and:
- Has proof of a practicum or internship that requires direct interaction with adults or children served and is focused on behavioral sciences or related fields; OR
- Has 2,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with mental illness; OR
- Has 2,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with traumatic brain injury or developmental disabilities and completes training on mental illness, mental health de-escalation techniques, co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse, and psychotropic medications and side effects; OR
- Is fluent in the non-English language of the cultural group to which 50% of the practitioner's clients belong; OR
- Has a high school diploma and 4,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to people with: Mental illness; OR Traumatic brain injury or developmental disabilities and completes training on mental illness, mental health de-escalation techniques, co-occurring mental illness, substance abuse, and psychotropic medications and side effects; OR
- Is currently enrolled in a graduate-level behavioral sciences program at an accredited college or university and is formally assigned to the program for clinical training.
- Upon hire must earn certification in First Aid and CPR training.
- Must complete 245I trainings and supervision as required by statute.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Extended Sick and Safe Time
- Company-designated holidays
- Floating holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employer-match
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Lifestyle benefit
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Free CEUs
- Loan forgiveness programs
Company overview
People Incorporated Mental Health Services is a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care services to communities in need. As a leading healthcare provider in the mental health sector, the organization offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions, counseling services, and support programs designed to address various mental health conditions. Their services typically include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and community-based support services. The organization operates with a mission to enhance mental wellness, reduce stigma associated with mental health conditions, and improve access to quality care for underserved populations. With a focus on evidence-based practices and person-centered approaches, People Incorporated Mental Health Services plays a crucial role in supporting individuals and families facing mental health challenges, contributing to stronger, healthier communities through their dedicated clinical and support services.