ARMHS- Lead Mental Health Practitioner

About us:

We are a behavioral health clinic in the Twin Cities. Founded in 2020, our mission is to empower local community leaders (like yourself) to pioneer healthcare and community development to alleviate human suffering.

Norway Health Center's core values are:

1. Mission First

2. Be Pioneers

3. Cultivate Comradery

4. Pursue Excellence

5. Build a Legacy

Job Description:

The Lead Mental Health Practitioner oversees and coordinates various aspects of clinical operations within the mental health care setting. This role requires strong leadership skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to effectively manage a team of mental health professionals. The individual in this position plays a crucial role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality mental health services to clients while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Annual Evaluation Coordination (Approx. 1 hour/week): 
• • Coordinate and conduct annual evaluations for team members (MHP/MHRWs).
  • Ensure evaluations are completed in a timely manner and properly documented.
  • Provide feedback and support to team members as needed.
• Schedule Clinical Charting for Team (Approx. 3 hours/week):
• • Organize and schedule clinical charting activities for the team.
  • Ensure adherence to charting deadlines and regulatory requirements.
  • Review and provide guidance on clinical documentation as necessary.
• Check Progress Notes (Approx. 6-7 hours/week):
• • Review progress notes submitted by team members under the guidance of clinical supervisor and director.
  • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with documentation standards.
  • Provide feedback and guidance to improve documentation practices.
• Training and Support (Approx. 4 hours/weeks):
• • Conduct shadowing sessions once or twice a month for Mental Health Rehab Workers (MHRWs).
  • Provide ongoing training and support to enhance team members' skills and knowledge.
  • Offer guidance on best practices and evidence-based interventions.
• Limited Case Load (Approx. 20 hours/weeks): (Could be replaced with higher level Clinical work)
• • Manage a limited case load of approximately 20 hours per week.
  • Provide direct clinical services to clients, including assessment, treatment planning, and service delivery.
  • For more information, refer back to ARMHS worker JD.
• Supervision (Approx. 0.5 hour/weeks):
• • Attend supervision meetings and participate in clinical team discussions regarding clients and services
  • Receive clinical guidance, support, and feedback to promote professional growth.
• Orientation and Onboarding (Approx. 2 hour/week):
• • Collaborate with the appropriate department to facilitate comprehensive orientation and onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring adherence to state regulations.
  • Provide shadowing support to new hires to facilitate their integration into the team effectively.
• Patient Care (Approx. 2 hours/week):
• • Perform random checks on patients within each service group with the help of the interpreter.
  • Collect direct feedback from patients to enhance the quality of care provided based on patient’s input and feedback.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma and one of the following qualifications:
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