Minnesota Department of Human Services Hiring for Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant – Clinical Program Therapist at Faribault, MN  Full Time

When all employees are embraced, respected and heard, we will build a collaborative, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist culture where everyone thrives.

Working Title: Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant
Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 3
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/30/2023
• Closing Date: 07/21/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Human Services
• Division/Unit: Direct Care & Treatment / Community Based Services / Community Support Services Southeast Mobile Team
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday – Friday; days of work and hours can vary due to assigned cases
• Location: Faribault, Minnesota
• Travel Required: Yes – Approximately 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $28.96 – $42.67 / hourly; $60,468 – $89,094 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 – MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: Yes (within Minnesota or Neighboring States)
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Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Applicants may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $2,500!

This is a full – time, day shift position. The hours of work are generally Monday – Friday between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. Days of work and hours can vary due to assigned cases. The person hired for this position will have an office in Faribault, Minnesota. Alternate work sites may also be considered. Upon hire employees will be required to complete a telework agreement.

The Community Support Services Southeast Mobile team provides services and requires frequent travel in the following counties: Nicollet, LeSueur, Rice, Goodhue, Wabasha, Blue Earth, Waseca, Steele, Dodge, Olmsted, Winona, Faribault, Freeborn Mower, Fillmore, & Houston. When a State-owned vehicle is not available and an employee is required to use their personal automobile to conduct authorized State business, the employee will be reimbursed at the current Federal IRS mileage reimbursement rate. The Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant will have the opportunity to help people live better lives, work with a variety of community providers, and work with a great Community Support Services team.

Given the integrated nature of Community Support Services work, the Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant demonstrates expertise in behavioral assessment and interventions with consultation as needed from colleagues with complementary expertise. As a bridge connecting providers together in the best interest of the individual, the Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant integrates multidisciplinary expertise to facilitate positive outcomes for individuals and their support networks. In each of these interactions, the Positive Support or Behavioral Health Consultant strongly impacts the quality of individuals’ lives and successful community living.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Completing clinical assessments for individuals with complex behavioral health challenges to identify appropriate community supports for them and their support networks.
• Providing support and/or crisis prevention and response plans to clients and their supports.
• Serving as a resource, liaison and technical assistant to coordinate care amongst individuals served, their families, providers and other stakeholders.
• Identifying training needs, developing and presenting training to enhance the community’s capacity to support individuals with complex behavioral health challenges in the least restrictive community settings.
• Safeguarding clients’ human rights through the use of Positive Behavior Support methods which are the least restrictive and intrusive practices appropriate for the situation.
• Participating as a Community Support Services team both locally and statewide.

Working for the Minnesota Department of Human Services Direct Care & Treatment division PAYS!

In addition to a rewarding career in which you will be positively impacting the lives of Minnesota’s most vulnerable residents, we provide competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes a competitive hourly wage, affordable insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and more!

When you start a career with us, you may also be eligible for:

• $2,500 Hiring Bonus (Current State of Minnesota employees are not eligible for a Hiring Bonus)
• Annual pay increases
• Tuition reimbursement for courses related to the work of DHS
• Student Loan Reimbursement

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota driver’s license.

To qualify as a Clinical Program Therapist 3, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, social work, counseling or related behavioral or social science program; AND
• Three (3) years of post-Bachelor’s degree experience providing clinical services.

OR

• Have a Master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, social work, counseling or related behavioral or social science program; AND
• One (1) year of post-Master’s degree experience providing clinical services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, social work, counseling or related behavioral or social science program.
• Licensure or certification in relevant field of expertise (e.g., BCBA, NADD-CC, LICSW, LP, LSW, LPCC, etc.) or eligibility for licensure or certification.

Experience:

• Providing direct support services.
• Working with and being part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Using Person-Centered Tools.

Knowledge of:

• Behavioral health and disability services and support resources.
• Social service funding, case management, and rules/laws governing services to persons with developmental or intellectual disabilities, mental illnesses, brain injury, and/or substance use disorders.
• Working knowledge of licensing requirements and billing processes related to Home and Community-Based Services waivered services.
• Creative presentation skills and public speaking skills to effectively train adult learners.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that you clearly describe your experience in the areas listed above.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION – Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

How to Apply

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CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date.

If you have questions about the position, contact Janine Brady at .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Jacqueline Jensen at .

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

Why Work for Us

DHS operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at or email and indicate what assistance is needed.