Mental Health Practitioner

We strive to create an inclusive environment in which all are seen, heard, and supported; encouraged to bring their whole authentic selves; and honored in their differences.

Position Title Mental Health Practitioner I or II

Compensation (Pay/Benefits) Our employees are our most valuable asset; therefore, we offer competitive pay and benefits. The pay range for these positions starts at $49,870 - $59,045 a year for full time, depending on qualifications (i.e., licensure and experience). This salary reflects a 40-hour workweek, annualized. Any agreed-upon reduction in weekly hours will be reflected in salary commensurately. Please inquire with interest. This position is benefits eligible, including health and dental insurance, health savings account with an employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, and retirement account with matching contribution. Additionally, we offer generous PTO, paid holiday schedule, childcare discount, and eligibility for loan forgiveness!

Schedule: 35-40 hours, M-F. This is considered a hybrid position.

Location: Harley Hopkins Family Center

Program Summary:

St. David's Center Preschool Autism Day Treatment provides both early intervention and family support services to preschool age clients with an autism spectrum disorder. Our approach to treatment is developmental, relational, and play-based,?integrating?mental health and pediatric therapies?to provide support for the challenges associated with autism.

Position Overview:

· Coordinate and oversee support staff and facilitate services in day treatment milieu which results in a successfully functioning treatment room that accomplishes the treatment goals for the enrolled children.

· Provide mental health services to children and families consistent with ethical best practices and St. David's Center mission, vision and values which results in a bridge between treatment milieu and home, improved client outcomes, and achieving targeted caseload enrollments.

· Complete documentation in accordance with laws and St. David's Center policies which results in clear communication to a variety of organizations and people regarding assessment, treatment goals, interventions, progress, and outcomes of enrolled clients.

· Demonstrate strong spirit of teamwork and flexibility by working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and Mental Health Professionals which results in a positive and supportive team atmosphere.

This position offers the opportunity to work for an agency that is committed to inclusivity and diversity, employee wellness, the professional development of employees and the overall wellness of clients being served. St. David's Center accomplishes these objectives through supportive & collaborative team environments, flexible work schedules and mission-inspired work.

Job Qualifications:

Education

· Holds a bachelor's degree in a mental health field, from accredited college/university and meets either a or b:

a. has at least 2000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of mental health services to recipients with mental illness

b. is fluent in the non-English language of the cultural group to which at least 50% of the practitioners recipients, completes 40 hours of training in the delivery of services to recipients with mental illness, and receives clinical supervision from a mental health professional at least once a week until the requirements of 2000 hours of supervised experience are met

OR

· Has at least 6000 hours of supervised experience in the delivery of mental health services to recipients with mental illness. Hours worked as a mental health behavioral aide I or II under CTSS may be included in the 6000 hours of experience for child recipients.

OR

· Holds a master's degree in a mental health or related field (non-licensure track)

Experience

· Relevant experience in the delivery of early childhood programming and mental health services.

· Relevant experience with children with special needs and Autism services (Preferred).

St. David's Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status or disability.