Mental Health Counselor - Bloomington, Fridley

Mental Health Counselor

Starting Pay : $55,000, based on qualifications

Location : Portland Place (Bloomington, MN), Lyric Lane (Fridley)

Schedule : Portland Place : Monday, Wednesday - Friday Day Shift, Tuesday evening shift.

Lyric Lane : Monday - Friday 3pm - 11pm

TMH's Mental Health Counselors (MHC's) provide planning, structure, and guidance to residents receiving intensive rehabilitation treatment services.

Mental Health Counselor Responsibilities :

• Establish supportive and motivational relationships with residents; coach residents to utilize coping strategies and complete activities of daily living; assist in the completion of independent living skills, and provide rehabilitative skills training.
• Observe residents for changes in health symptoms; redirect maladaptive behaviors; perform behavioral management interventions; and de-escalate mental health crises.
• Complete functional assessments and intake interviews for new clients and complete program orientation.
• Develop discharge plans and complete the discharge process with clients exiting the program.
• Meet daily with clients individually or in group settings to support client goals and needs for managing their illness.
• Perform delegated nursing services, including the administration of medications, as unlicensed personnel under the direction of the nursing staff.
• Ensure residents and their guests are following site guidelines to ensure the facility is safe and secure.
• Maintain client records in an electronic health record system.
• Collaborate with other staff members, consultants, interns, and / or volunteers.

Mental Health Counselor Requirements :

Touchstone Mental Health Mission and Values :

Touchstone Mental Health provides innovative, person-centered services that foster hope, health and wellbeing.

Touchstone Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve and live in. People of color and LGBTQ-Identified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.