Associate Therapist, AID

Join PrairieCare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At PrairieCare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact.

We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won't just find a job-you'll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.

If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at PrairieCare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

As an Associate Therapist at PrairieCare, you will play a crucial role in our mission to provide compassionate and effective care. You will be the first point of contact for individuals in crisis, triaging phone calls and help guide them toward the support they need. Collaborating closely with our on-call physician, you will support in determining the appropriate level of care and coordinate admissions to our programs ensure seamless transitions for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment & Consultation: Conduct diagnostic interviews and assessments and develop safety plans for patients when necessary. Maintain proficiency in effective patient de-escalation techniques, utilizing Collaborative Problem Solving , therapeutic self, relationship-based care, and trauma-informed care as relevant to the role.
• Collaboration: Coordinate admissions to our programs, liaising with hospitals and other professionals to facilitate a smooth process for clients.
• Cultural Competence: Bring an understanding of gender, cultural differences, and age-appropriate care to your interactions, ensuring that all clients feel respected and understood.
• Team Support: Provide backup for therapists and perform other clinical duties within your scope as needed, contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment.

• Education: A Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a closely related therapeutic field is required. If your degree is in a closely related field and you are pursuing an LPCC, you must demonstrate that your education meets the coursework requirements of the license, either through your own comparison or an unofficial review with the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy.
• Licensure: Candidates must be licensed or actively pursuing clinical licensure in the state of Minnesota. This includes receiving clinical supervision and counting clinical supervision hours. An associate-level license in the State of Minnesota (LAMFT, LGSW, LPC) is preferred.
• Experience: Two years of experience in behavioral healthcare is preferred

• Knowledge & Skills:

  • Strong understanding of DSM-IV criteria.
  • Proficiency in interviewing and assessment techniques.
  • Professional demeanor in all aspects of performance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing, to interact effectively with Clinical Directors and professionals in other organizations.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, including Word and Outlook.
  • Reliable transportation and telephone.
  • Ability to smoothly and rapidly shift between dissimilar tasks.
  • Capacity to react quickly and calmly as part of a team in volatile and potentially emergency situations.
  • Strong decision-making skills in stressful circumstances.

Compensation for this role ranges from $26-$34 per hour depending on education and experience.

We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual's pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.

Benefit options include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid time off including sick time
• Voluntary Short term and long-term disability
• 401K with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment

Join Us:

Join us in our mission to provide outstanding support and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we assist. Your contributions can help shape the future of our care services-apply today!

We are excited to hear about your interest in this opportunity! If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact me directly at Melissa Frankman, either via email at mfrankman@prairie-care.com or by phone at 612-446-3357. If you need further support, you are also welcome to reach out to our careers and management team at careers@newporthealthcare.com.

PrairieCare Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PrairieCare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

PrairieCare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process are encouraged to email accommodations@prairiecare.com for assistance.

#LI-MF1