JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker
Union Category: IX
FTE: Full Time
Location: Duluth, MN
Salary: $15.59 - $19.75 (Dependent upon Experience)
Benefit Eligible - Yes
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL QUALIFIED PERSONS
SUMMARY:
Mental Health Rehabilitation Workers will coordinate and provide services for adults diagnosed with a mental illness. Services include providing ARMHS (Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services). This position will work closely with all community support services to help clients live more successfully and independently in the community. The successful candidate will work with a multi-disciplinary team of internal and external providers to assess needs and apply interventions appropriately.
DUTIES:
- Accept assigned referrals and engage clients to initiate services.
- Assist in obtaining necessary assessment data, including vital signs, and participate in integrated treatment coordinating which may include treatment plans, releases of information, progress notes, and referrals to internal and external providers.
- Arrange meetings with clients and other providers and coordinate needed client services in areas of mental health, chemical dependency, housing, financial benefits, insurance benefits, employment, transportation, education, and other basic needs.
- Teach skills related to coping, relapse prevention, and basic household and living skills.
- Complete functional assessments, treatment plans, and daily progress notes in conjunction with supervisor.
- Maintain appropriate boundaries in a variety of settings and situations.
- Work cooperatively with other service providers, have a strong understanding of program eligibility requirements, and be informed on referral processes for community supports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent and meet one of the following:
o Three years of personal life experience with mental illness, or
o Three years of life experience as a caregiver to an adult with mental illness, traumatic brain injury, substance use disorder, or developmental disability, or
o 2,000 hours of work experience providing health and human services to individuals, or
o Associates of Arts Degree, or
o 15 Semester Hours or 23 Quarter Hours of Post Secondary Education in Behavioral Sciences or Related Fields
- Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle with proof of insurance.
- Ability to submit and pass a DMV/Criminal background check.
DESIRED QUALIFICAITIONS:
- Knowledge of community resources and area providers.
- Effective time management skills, ability to be self-directed and motivated.
- Knowledge of employment-related skills and crisis intervention skills.
- Experience working with adults who have been homeless or at risk for homelessness, have chemical use/abuse issues, and have been involved with the legal system.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
- Strong interpersonal and cultural competency skills.
HDC ADVANTAGE:
- Flexible Scheduling
- Supervision provided for LSWs
- Personal Training/License renewal budget.
- Ability to work collaboratively with team and community partners.
- Unparalleled opportunity for growth and advancement in largest, most comprehensive behavioral health clinic north of the Twin Cities.
- Full Benefit Package including Vacation Time, Sick Time, Personal Time, 11 paid Holidays per calendar year, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and Matching 401K.
OBTAINING APPLICATIONS: Apply online at https://hdcnorth.org/
FILING APPLICATIONS: APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED OR POST-MARKED BY THE CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Job applicants must meet all minimum qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify that applications are on file on or before the closing date.
The Human Development Center
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Minorities Encouraged to Apply