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Working Title: Treatment Director
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Director
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/11/2023
• Closing Date: 04/17/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DCT Willmar Reg incl SOCS MMA
• Division/Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment Services
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $34.10 - $49.13 / hourly; $71,200 - $102,583 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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.

The Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Hospital (CABHH) in Willmar is seeking a compassionate and engaging Treatment Director to join our team. CABHH delivers inpatient mental health services for children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 6-18) with serious behavioral and emotional conditions. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a great team and make a difference in the lives of kids!

The Treatment Director follows a supervisor-practitioner model with time dedicated to the clinical practice of individual and group therapies, providing consultation and training based on experience with the patient population, and involvement in program development and improvement, and staff coaching and supervision.

Job duties include:

• Provide clinical leadership to ensure a collaborative and integrated treatment process within the hospital.
• Provide technical assistance and clinical consultation to staff through sophisticated problem-solving skills.
• Oversee clinical staffing and practices involving the process of assessment, planning of treatment.
• Provide individual and group treatment services with the supervisor-practitioner model by providing regular treatment and back-up clinical services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have a Master’s degree or Doctorate in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field; AND
• Be licensed by the State of Minnesota as an independent behavioral health professional (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Psychologist (LP), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) OR be licensed as an independent clinical behavioral health professional in another state with the ability to obtain Minnesota licensure with three (3) months from date of hire; AND
• Certification to provide supervision for clinical trainees towards independent licensure or eligible to obtain certification with 6 months of hire ; AND
• Have Two (2) years of clinical supervisory experience with mental health and/or substance use treatment or assessment OR three (3) years professional-level clinical experience with mental health and/or substance use treatment or assessment.

*** Note: Completion of leadership development program such as L4, Emerging Leaders Institute, etc. will substitute for 1 year of professional – level clinical experience. ***

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing therapy or case management for children and adolescents in a mental health treatment setting
• 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.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

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.

The individual(s) selected for this position are required to attest to and provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by their first day of employment, per federal requirements. The individual(s) selected for the position may request an accommodation if they are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccination due to: (a) a recognized medical condition for which a COVID-19 vaccine is contraindicated; or (b) an objection based upon a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. For additional information about this COVID-19 vaccination requirement, contact Raegan Juntunen in DHS Human Resources at raegan.juntunen@state.mn.us. Please do not email or provide any proof of vaccination with your application/resume. This information will be collected from you if you are hired for this position.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Michael Gallagher at michael.j.gallagher@state.mn.us.

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 Raegan Juntunen at raegan.juntunen@state.mn.us.

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.

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

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
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.