MISSION STATEMENT:
Partners Behavioral Healthcare finds and restores individuals struggling with substance use and mental health disorders. We provide behavioral health services for justice-involved individuals that need to break free from addiction and criminal thinking, manage mental health, and take control of their lives amidst the complexities of the justice system. Partners Behavioral Healthcare provides compassionate, individualized programs and a community invested in helping clients achieve long-term, lasting recovery giving them the opportunity for reconciliation with self and others, hope in a better life, and a purpose to explore and achieve.
Mental Health Intern
Reports To: Mental Health Clinical Supervisor
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt/Hourly
Hours: TBD by intern and clinical supervisor within standard working hours
(Monday – Friday 8:00am-4:30pm)
Pay Grade: $15.00 per hour
Location: Minneapolis/St. Paul PBH locations
JOB SUMMARY:
Partners Behavioral Healthcare is accepting applications for mental health interns to assist individuals in our outpatient programs in Minneapolis and St. Paul. The Mental Health Intern provides comprehensive mental health services, diagnostic assessments, and treatment services to individuals under the licensed supervision of a clinical supervisor, attends clinical consultations, supervision, and extensive training to be ready and prepared for client interactions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Mental Health Intern will learn how to provide mental health services with an emphasis in diagnostic assessments but not limited to individuals with co-occurring disorders in conjunction with mental health protocol, integrating ongoing services with substance use disorder treatment professionals, and facilitating mental health groups as needed. The Mental Health Intern will have the opportunity to participate in clinical consultation groups, individual supervision on a weekly basis, shadow senior staff members, complete supervised client interactions, and clinical paperwork. The Mental Health Intern should be actively enrolled in a graduate program and engaged in internship credits at their university or college and fulfill all academic expectations outlined by their program of study.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Complete 20 hours of work-related tasks a week for two semesters and internship hours are complete.
- Complete and document all Diagnostic Assessments, Individual Treatment Plans, therapy progress notes, case reviews, and discharge summaries per agency policy and MN Department of Human Services requirements.
- Provide psychoeducation to clients and staff related to mental health and co-occurring disorders.
- Ensure the content and format of client records be uniform and entries in each case are signed and dated by a licensed mental health professional.
- Actively participate in all required clinical supervision requirements.
- Provide individual therapy services.
- Initiate and maintain ongoing communication with client referral, family members, and any relevant professionals, including psychiatry, medical doctor, school system, social services agencies, probation, etc.
- Conduct professional evaluations, making decisions and recommendations for treatment planning and implementation.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Basic knowledge in assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapeutic services.
- Sensitivity to individual differences and to the possible effects of multicultural issues.
- Ability to provide respectful, equitable, and culturally responsive services.
- Ability to learn about individual counseling and documentation skills.
- Ability to practice competently and ethically with clinical supervision.
- Maintain clinical records in compliance with PIR policies and regulatory standards.
- Task oriented and capable of meeting weekly minimum caseload requirements.
- Ensure compliance with Department of Human Services (DHS) and clinical board requirements and documentation with clinical supervision.
- Understanding surrounding the importance of upholding documentation standards.
- Independent worker and self-starter.
- Ability to work independently and as a positive member of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Actively pursuing a Master's degree from an accredited university in behavioral-health science or related field or active Mental Health Professional License in the state of Minnesota.
- Minimum of one-year academic experience with clinical mental health diagnosis and psychotherapy treatment.
- Enrolled in internship credits within your program of study at the time of internship.
- Knowledge and understanding of implications of parts 9530.6405 to 9530.6505, 9543.1000 to 9543.1060, and Minnesota Statutes, chapter 245A, and sections 626.556, 626.557, and 626.5572.
- Knowledge and understanding of implications of MN Statures 245.462 and 256B.0757. Rules 9505.0370 through 3505.371, subp.5, item D. MN statutes 256B.0625, subd. 20, 245.461 to 245.468, 245.487 to 245.4887, and Minnesota Rules 9505.0322, and 9520.0900 to 9520.0926. Minnesota Statutes 256B.0943and 256B.0623. 256B.02, subdivision 7, paragraphs (b) and (c) and the MN MHCP provider manual for mental health services.
- Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) Background Study clearance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of Procentive software.
- Strong computer literacy skills.
CONTINUED EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- Complete continuing education courses in current treatment concepts and methods as required by the State of Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) and/or State Licensing Boards.
- Attend in-house training and staff meetings.
- Stay current regarding professional research, techniques, theories, and ethics.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Partners Behavioral Healthcare provides free clinical supervision for qualifying trainees and staff, and Clinician AI for charting support. All of our locations have complimentary off-street parking and ongoing professional development, including structured training for SUD groups.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. You'll receive robust health coverage choices—with medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our retirement plan includes a 401k with
Roth and pre-tax deferral options with up to a 3.5% employer match. We value your time with generous paid time off, six company holidays and your birthday off.
Loan Forgiveness Available!
Partners Behavioral Healthcare offers services in health professional shortage areas, making them eligible sites for Minnesota"s Health Professional Loan Forgiveness Programs.
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.
Partners Behavioral Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The pay range for this role is:15 - 15 USD per hour(Minneapolis)
15 - 15 USD per hour(475)
15 - 15 USD per hour(1630)
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