Minimum Qualifications

• Current Minnesota licensure, in good standing, as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), OR Licensed Psychologist (LP) with ability to provide clinical supervision or achieve the Clinical Supervision Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Experience as a supervisor, team lead, or lead worker.
• Three (3) years of experience providing mental health services such as hands on experience directly assessing and treating individuals with behavioral health concerns.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Ability to formulate and implement an individualized treatment plan; provide mental health treatment; and develop a collaborative behavior care plan independently while using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
• Ability to teach mental health content to a variety of professionals; effectively function within a multidisciplinary team; exercise sound judgment; demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries; and have leadership and clinical supervision experience.
• Experience in documentation using an Electronic Healthcare Record and Microsoft computer programs.

AND

• Valid driver's license or the ability to travel regularly between Hastings and Minneapolis Veterans Homes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in providing individual and group therapy to Veterans with primary diagnosis of mental illness, post-traumatic stress disorder, polytrauma, substance use disorders and/or providing individual and group therapy on suicide prevention, geriatrics, or specifically related to a service era.
• Experience with program development demonstrating collaboration and building networks of support for Behavioral Health within existing health systems including working with nursing, social work, providers, psychiatrists, and other mental health professionals.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) Screening or Chest X-Ray is required prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
• Finalists may be required to pass a driver's license check

How To Apply

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

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Sarah Nietfeld at sarah.nietfeld@state.mn.us or 612-210-3567.

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 Sarah Nietfeld at sarah.nietfeld@state.mn.us.

Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Sarah Nietfeld at sarah.nietfeld@state.mn.us no later than the job posting closing date.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your Benefits May Include

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration