Mental Health Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Role Overview

The ARMHS Mental Health Practitioner (Contractor) provides rehabilitative skills training to adults with serious mental illness. The goal is to help clients develop the psychiatric stability, social competencies, and independent living skills necessary to live successfully in their community. As a contractor, you will manage your own schedule and caseload while ensuring all services meet DHS regulatory standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one rehabilitative services in the client’s home or community, focusing on:

  • Basic living and social skills.

  • Community intervention and integration.

  • Medication education and symptom management.

  • Household management and financial literacy

  • Transitioning to community living.

• Collaborate with the Mental Health Professional to implement and track progress on Individual Treatment Plans.

• Maintain high-quality, HIPAA-compliant progress notes. Ensure all documentation is completed within 24–48 hours of service to meet billing and audit requirements.

• Help clients identify triggers and develop coping strategies; provide immediate assistance or referrals during mental health crises.

• Communicate effectively with the client’s broader care team, including case managers, psychiatrists, and family members.

Mandatory Qualifications 

To qualify as a Mental Health Practitioner in Minnesota, the contractor must meet one of the following criteria:

1. Has at least 4,000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of services to adults with mental illness; Or

2. Holds a bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science/related field and has at least 2,000 hours of supervised experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Must pass a Minnesota DHS Background Study.

• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and active auto insurance.

• Must complete the required 30 hours of ARMHS-specific training if not already completed.

Contractor-Specific Details

• This is a 1099 Independent Contractor role.

• Compensation: Typically paid per billable hour (range: $25.00 – $40.00/hr, depending on experience and whether travel is reimbursed.

• You are responsible for your own tax withholdings, health insurance, and laptop/mobile phone.

• You will participate in mandatory clinical supervision (monthly or as required by your license/statute) provided by the agency’s Mental Health Professional.

Preferred Skills

• Self-Starter: Ability to work independently with minimal daily oversight.

• Tech Savvy: Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems (e.g., Procentive, Credible).

• Cultural Competency: Experience working with diverse populations and understanding of social determinants of health.