Mental Health Practitioner

Mental Health Practitioner – Willow Tree Crisis Stabilization Program

Help People Find Stability, Hope, and a Path Forward

Are you passionate about supporting individuals through mental health crises and helping them regain stability? Join our Crisis Stabilization team and play a vital role in providing compassionate, person-centered care to adults experiencing significant mental health challenges.

As a Mental Health Practitioner, you'll work directly with individuals in a residential crisis stabilization setting, helping them develop coping skills, achieve treatment goals, and move toward recovery. Every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a dedicated team of mental health professionals.

Compensation $23.00 - $24.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience. Plus shift differential pay for:

• Evenings
• Overnights
• Weekends

About the Program

Our Crisis Stabilization Program provides short-term residential support for adults experiencing a mental health crisis. The goal is to help individuals stabilize in a safe, supportive environment while developing the skills, resources, and confidence needed to successfully transition back into the community.

What You'll Do

As a Mental Health Practitioner, you will:

• Provide direct support and skills training to adults experiencing mental health crises
• Assist individuals in developing coping strategies and recovery skills
• Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Implement interventions identified in Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs)
• Support clients in identifying and utilizing crisis management strategies
• Complete intake paperwork, releases, and other required documentation
• Maintain accurate and timely progress notes and service records
• Observe and document medications taken as prescribed
• Connect clients with community resources and support services
• Collaborate with mental health professionals, case managers, family members, and community partners
• Promote a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused environment
• Attend clinical supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing training opportunities
• Follow all agency policies regarding confidentiality, client rights, incident reporting, and vulnerable adult protections

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Qualified applicants must meet Minnesota Mental Health Practitioner requirements and possess one of the following:

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or related field and 2,000 hours of experience providing services to individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders OR
• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or related field and completion of an internship or practicum involving direct client interaction OR
• 4,000 hours of experience providing services to adults or children with mental illness or substance use disorders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with adults experiencing serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI)
• Knowledge of crisis intervention, prevention, and de-escalation techniques
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to treating all individuals with dignity, respect, and cultural sensitivity

Salary Description $23 - $24 + shift differential pay