Employment Opportunities

Job description:

• Provide individual, group and family psychotherapy for clients, with demonstrated competency in provision of therapeutic services and case management
• Attend staff meetings and other program related meetings.
• Stay  current on sex offender treatment practices and protocols.  . 

• Complete timely quarterly progress reviews for clients [within one week of the quarter end – (ex:  end of 1^st Qtr is March 30^th, so progress reviews completed no later than end of first week of April]. (at least 85%)

• Hold clients accountable to their treatment expectations [weekly group, 2 times per month individual sessions, balances not over $200, paperwork is updated and current (ROI’s, quaterleries, case notes, treatment plan, federal paperwork]. At least 85% of clients are in compliance with all of the aforementioned.
• Review client background, treatment plan and other materials in order to provide effective treatment services
• Engage in phone calls and consultation meetings related to client care
• Assist in the coordination of intake assessments as they are referred
• Conduct intake assessments for possible referral to treatment at one of the Project Pathfinder locations
• Conduct intake assessments for possible referral to treatment for Private Counseling Services
• Complete necessary forms, paperwork, and coordination of appointments
• Formulate a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan
• Notify probation or other referral party in regards to acceptance or rejection of client to treatment
• Assist with determination of placement for the client following intake if it is indicated he or she will attend a PPI or PCS program or counseling.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree, Psy.D or Ph.D., 0-3  years’ experience in the mental health field and treatment of adult male sex offenders.

License or license ready; LPCC, LICSW, LP. 

2. Clinical Supervisor (full-time)

Job Description:

All aspects of clinical therapist plus

Conduct assessment interviews, formulate diagnoses and develop a treatment plan.

• Schedule necessary evaluation sessions, complete evaluation summary and present to staff for disposition.
• Complete necessary forms and related paperwork during evaluation.
• Notify probation officer in regards to acceptance or rejection of client for treatment.
• Provide individual, group and family psychotherapy for clients.
• Prepare for and conduct group therapy sessions.
• Prepare for and conduct individual therapy sessions.
• Conduct family therapy sessions for clients as appropriate.
• Conduct progress reviews with clients and their probation officers.
• Complete court reports, correspondence and communications necessary to provide clinical services.
• Monitor and enforce financial compliance
• Clinical supervision of treatment groups and/or therapists as assigned.
• Develop rationale, curriculum, any unique elements
• Evaluate outcome
• Develop program materials in coordination with the clinical director or designated staff person.
• Assist in training activities
• Plan and implement new collaborative relationships with other professionals, community groups and organizations, resulting in new program development for Project Pathfinder, Inc

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree, Psy.D or Ph.D., 5 years’ experience in the mental health field and treatment of sex offenders. Appropriate license for field of study and degree.

Experience and competence as a supervisor or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  Competent in group, individual and conjoint therapy. Experienced in interactions with the Criminal Justice System. Competent in clinical supervision. Competent in the specialized treatment of sexual offenses.

3. Psychologist (full-time or part-time)

Job Description:

This psychologist’s role would be to provide testing interpretation reports. This role may be available to conduct evaluations, (psychological, psycho-sexual, diagnostic assessments, risk assessments, intake evaluations) for the agency to inform treatment processes including treatment needs, level of intensity and risk to the community.  This role would help with providing oversight to our assessment procedures for efficiency and incorporation of the most current practices.  The successful candidate will also stay current on new and updated testing instruments as well as evidence based practices related to evaluations and assessments.  There may be opportunities for this individual to engage in clinical activities such as group and individual therapy.  Project Pathfinder continues to be committed to diversity and expand its client base therefore assessments will likely vary and offer a stimulating and energizing environment.

Primary Tasks include but are not limited to:

• Testing Interpretations/Psychosexuals only
• Supervises and reviews Testing Interpretation reports
• Consulted for test determination (both on cases and agency needs)
• Supervises assigned supervisees as needed
• Other: Available for individual consults
• Court Subpoenas
• Prepare for case
• Provide testimony
• Provide report
• Supervise clinician who is subpoenaed

minimum QUALIFICATIONS:

A doctorate from an APA accredited program and internship

License in the state of Minnesota

3-5 years’ work experience in mental health, criminal justice or other related organization is preferred

Earn up to $88,197 annually + Excellent State Employee Benefits

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is seeking talented Clinicians to work on the leading edge of the comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and management of civilly committed individuals who have committed sexual offenses.  MSOP is a residential treatment facility for clients who have been court-ordered to receive ongoing treatment in a secure setting. We are committed to being a leader in the field and implementing the latest research throughout all aspects of our program.

Responsibilities include:

• Treatment planning
• Individual counseling and group therapy
• Delivering psycho-educational curriculums
• Preparing reports for court
• Perform related duties as assigned in the areas of admissions and discharge, program development, scheduling, supervision of client activities, and/or involvement in policy drafting teams or special work groups

** Note: Senior Clinicians function as a lead clinician on the treatment team, taking on a leadership role and additional responsibilities as assigned. **

Clinician qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or closely related field; AND
• Minimum of one year of professional experience providing clinical services, including group and individual therapy

Senior Clinician qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or closely related field; AND
• Licensed or license eligible as  an independent clinical mental health professional (LP, LPCC, LICSW, LMFT) in Minnesota; AND
• Three years of professional experience providing clinical services, including group and individual therapy.

WHO WE ARE 

MSOP offers professionals the opportunity to be part of an organization that is committed to its staff, clients, and the community. MSOP values professional development and provides ongoing state-of-the-art training and outside professional supervision toward professional licensure for its staff.

MISSION

To promote public safety by providing comprehensive treatment and reintegration opportunities for civilly committed sexual abusers.

JOIN OUR TEAM

MSOP’s clinical treatment team  is comprised of  86 Clinicians, 11 Treatment Psychologists, 4 Assessment Psychologists and 9 Forensic Evaluators

BENEFITS

In addition to competitive pay, we offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Long-term care insurance
• Flexible work schedule
• Disability insurance
• Pension and retirement savings plan
• Supervision towards independent licensure
• Challenging, supportive work environment
• Pre-tax benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health care savings plan
• Opportunities for advancement

VIEW AND APPLY FOR JOBS

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers. 
2. Click “External Applicants” (or “Current Employees” if you are a current state employee).
3. On the Job Search page, enter the Job Opening ID number in the Keywords search box and click Search. 
   • 19250 (Clinician) or 40003 (Senior Clinician)

4. Click on the Job Title to view the job posting & if interested, click Apply. 

1. • Level at which we fill a Clinician vs Senior Clinician position is determined by licensure and experience of the candidate.  

Pay: Up to $60 per hour

Qualifications: Must be licensed as either a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Psychologist (LP) or working toward licensure.

Website: www.stepsforchange.us

Description: Steps For Change (SFC), LLC, is seeking 1-2 contracted therapists to join their growing team of outstanding professionals. We provide outpatient therapy to children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, as well as couples and families. While we specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults with sexual behavioral problems, we also provide therapeutic services for a wide range of mental health diagnoses.

Locations: SFC offices are in Edina and Brooklyn Center. Therapy is currently being provided via teletherapy.

Duties: This position requires experience conducting diagnostic assessments, developing treatment plans, completing all required documentation in a timely manner and working remotely.

Benefits: This is a flexible position in which therapists are able to set their own hours. Therapists may grow their caseload as they go (full time caseload is between 20-25 clients). SFC offers EHR, billing, teletherapy platform, clinic marketing and advertising, training opportunities and supervision to non-licensed clinicians. We are contracted with all of the major insurance plans such as HealthPartners, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Preferred One, Aetna, UCare, and Medicaid.

Seeking Dynamic Therapist for Shared Locations: Monticello as Primary satellite Office

Project Pathfinder, Inc. (PPI) has been working to prevent sexual abuse in Minnesota for more than 25 years. We are a community based 501-c(3) sex specific treatment program that provides therapy, consultation, training and education to clients and the community. We provide sex offender treatment for adult male and females and community based sexual health and wellness services for adolescents, families and couples. We lead the field in providing culturally-specific and specialized programming to individually meet the needs of the clients.

PPI is seeking a counselor to provide adult sex offender treatment including: assessments, individual and group therapy. This position will also provide community services to adolescents, families and couples addressing sexual health issues.

PPI continues to have exciting opportunities as it expands its work supporting healthy sexuality and sexual abuse prevention.

Tasks include but are not limited to: Conduct group and Individual therapy; provide evaluations and assessments; conduct progress meetings with all parties involved, Formulate diagnoses and develop a treatment plan

This position will be a satellite therapist and work primarily in Monticello. Other days may be in St Paul or Glencoe (as needed and what makes sense for driving!)

Part time (Monticello Office may be considered for the right candidate if that is preferred.

Requirements: Master’s degree in a Human Services and/or Behavioral/Mental Health field

Excellent communication and writing skills

Preferred: Licensed (or license eligible) as LPCC, LMFT, LICSW, LP; experience in the sexual abuse field 

Excellent Benefits: Health paid at 95% for employee (Health Partners) and Dental; Generous Paid Time Off and others

Salary ranges commensurate with experience and licensure

Supervision toward licensure may be available if needed

Excellent team and training offered!

Emergence Behavioral Health (EBH), is seeking a Therapist with experience providing therapeutic and case management services to individuals with sexual offending behavior.EBH offices are located in White Bear Lake, Elk River, Minneapolis and Burnsville.

EBH is a community-based agency operating a program specializing in the assessment and treatment of adults and adolescents who have engaged in sexually harmful behaviors. The position is responsible for the assessment of clients in the program, development of treatment plans, facilitation of therapeutic intervention, monitoring of progress, reporting of progress to referral agencies and the court as well as working collaboration with probation officers and human services caseworkers. Primary tasks include individual and family therapy and group facilitation.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to apply by email to ronda@emergencebh.com. Independently licensed clinicians preferred. Experience with adolescents and adults a plus. Experience will telehealth a plus. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. A job offer will be contingent on passing a drug test, criminal background check, and driver’s license check prior to employment.

Full and part-time positions available. EBH offers paid time off, health insurance, and IRA to full-time employees. We are a casual and flexible work environment.

EBH is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions at EBH are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Alpha Human Services  has an immediate full time salaried opening for a mental health professional who can provide program assessment interviews and group therapy as well as to perform other clinical and office duties.  Alpha is an established  outpatient program providing therapy for adults who have sexually offended and is  located in the vibrant Uptown area of South Minneapolis.  Applicants must be licensed (LP, LPCC, LMFT, or LICSW) to be considered, possess professional report writing skills, and be able to work well with referral parties.  

Alpha offers  benefits including health and dental insurance.  Alpha pays 100% of the health insurance premium for the employee.  Employees who are currently covered by a qualifying health insurance plan can elect to receive additional salary as an alternative to enrolling in the health insurance plan.  Employees receive generous sick, vacation, and holiday paid time off.   Alpha will match up to 5% of salary for those participating in the company 401(k) plan.

Interested parties should send resumes or direct inquiries to:

Douglas Williams MS, LP
Outpatient Program Clinical Director
(612) 823-3707
DougW@Alphaservices.org

Job Class: Psychologist 3

Job ID: 44121
Location: Lino Lakes
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 05/07/2021
Closing Date: 06/30/2021
Hiring Agency: Department of Corrections
Location: Lino Lakes
Division/Unit: Health Services/Behavioral Health Services
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift/7:45 am – 4:15 pm
Days of Work: Monday – Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $31.70 – $47.14/hourly; $66,189 – $98,428/annually
Classified Status: Classified
Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

Job Summary
PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WAS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS POSTING, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.

This position provides behavioral health services to clients in a Sex Offender Treatment Program (SOTP) at the Minnesota Correctional Facility – Lino Lakes and provides clinical consultation and training to DOC staff.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Independently develop, implement and document treatment plans and services for clients with complex and/or treatment-resistant behavioral health issues and symptoms.
• Conduct independent clinical assessments of clients with complex and/or treatment-resistant behavioral health issues and symptoms to determine and document their amenability to treatment, diagnoses, treatment needs and risk factors.
• Provide independent clinical supervision, consultation, training, oversight and evaluation to other behavioral health practitioners and interns/students as assigned, consistent with license and competencies.
• Lead and/or participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and other meetings as assigned.
• Complete other psychological evaluations on clients, which may include neuropsychological
  evaluations, civil commitment reports, or competency/capacity evaluations.
• Complete specialized projects as assigned.
  This position has direct contact with incarcerated individuals.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Licensure:

• Completion of a Doctorate in Psychology or equivalent Doctorate. (NOTE: Finalists for the position will be asked to provide a copy of their college transcript at the time of their interview.)
• Current licensure in Minnesota as a Licensed Psychologist (LP). (NOTE: Applicants that have met the educational requirements for licensure may be considered for a provisional appointment until fully licensed.)

Knowledge of:

• Psychological evaluation methods sufficient to make assessments of offenders’ mental, emotional, and behavioral status and to guide others in making assessments in complex cases involving multiple diagnoses.
• Psychological assessment, evaluation, testing, and treatment approaches sufficient to guide the efforts of clinical staff in the development of effective, individualized treatment plans and services.
• Standards, policies, statutes, and rules relating to the delivery of psychological services.
• Psychological and research methodology sufficient to guide other clinical and Corrections staff in locating informational resources and in interpreting research results.

Ability to:

• Work with other professionals, psychologists, facility department heads, program evaluation staff, and community providers sufficient to achieve and maintain a high level of integration of treatment
  programming.
• Analyze and interpret research and issue analysis sufficient to apply and guide other professionals in the application of improved treatment methods.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing so that the interests of offenders and the standards of the psychology profession are represented in all written documentation.
• Complete comprehensive psychological evaluations, including the administration and interpretation of a variety of psychological tests.
• Provide leadership and clinical direction to other mental health professionals, students and non-clinical staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current licensure in Minnesota as a Licensed Psychologist (LP).
• Demonstrated expertise in the provision of behavioral health services for a correctional population.
• Experience providing group and individual therapy in a residential treatment setting.
• Experience providing clinical supervision to a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
• Knowledge of program evaluation.
• Experience in assessment and treatment of sex offenders and/or chemical dependency.
  Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email teresa.moen@state.mn.us.

Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and other applicable background information in accordance with Department of
Corrections’ policy.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s). This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

Why Work For Us
Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) is highly regarded nationwide and has provided a model for other corrections systems to follow. Our mission is to transform
lives for a safer Minnesota. We offer great benefits, competitive pay, internal promotional opportunities, free parking, generous leave time, and workout facilities at most locations.

The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

If you have questions about applying for jobs, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to https://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact Teresa Moen at teresa.moen@state.mn.us or 651-361-7592.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to
providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce
is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a
disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information
line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

Job Class: Psychologist 3

Job ID: 45535
Location: St. Cloud
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 04/28/2021
Closing Date: 06/30/2021
Hiring Agency: Department of Corrections (DOC)
Location: Minnesota Correctional Facility-St. Cloud (MCF-SCL)
Division/Unit: Health Services/Behavioral Health Services
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift/7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Days of Work: Monday – Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $31.70 – $47.14/hourly; $66,189 – $98,428/annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 – Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
FLSA Status: Exempt – Professional
Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

This position provides behavioral health services to clients to develop and implement mental health services for
individuals who are incarcerated at MCF-St. Cloud, and clinical consultation and training to DOC staff.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Independently develop, implement and document treatment plans and services for clients with complex and/or treatment-resistant behavioral health issues and symptoms.
• Conduct independent clinical assessments of clients with complex and/or treatment-resistant behavioral health issues and symptoms to determine and document their amenability to treatment, diagnoses,
  treatment needs and risk factors.
• Provide independent clinical supervision, consultation, training, oversight and evaluation to other behavioral health practitioners and interns/students as assigned, consistent with license and
  competencies.
• Lead and/or participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and other meetings as assigned.
• Complete other psychological evaluations on clients, which may include neuropsychological evaluations, civil commitment reports, or competency/capacity evaluations.
• Complete specialized projects as assigned.
  This position has direct contact with incarcerated individuals.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Licensure:

• Completion of a Doctorate in Psychology or equivalent Doctorate. (NOTE: Finalists for the position willbe asked to provide a copy of their college transcript at the time of their interview.)
• Current licensure in Minnesota as a Licensed Psychologist (LP). (NOTE: Applicants that have met the educational requirements for licensure may be considered for a provisional appointment until fully licensed.)

Knowledge of:

• Psychological evaluation methods sufficient to make assessments of offenders’ mental, emotional, and behavioral status and to guide others in making assessments in complex cases involving multiple diagnoses.
• Psychological assessment, evaluation, testing, and treatment approaches sufficient to guide the efforts of clinical staff in the development of effective, individualized treatment plans and services.
• Standards, policies, statutes, and rules relating to the delivery of psychological services.
• Psychological and research methodology sufficient to guide other clinical and Corrections staff in locating informational resources and in interpreting research results.

Ability to:

• Work with other professionals, psychologists, facility department heads, program evaluation staff, and community providers sufficient to achieve and maintain a high level of integration of treatment
  programming.
• Analyze and interpret research and issue analysis sufficient to apply and guide other professionals in the application of improved treatment methods.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing so that the interests of offenders and the standards of the psychology profession are represented in all written documentation.
• Complete comprehensive psychological evaluations, including the administration and interpretation of a
  variety of psychological tests.
• Provide leadership and clinical direction to other mental health professionals, students and non-clinical staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current licensure in Minnesota as a Licensed Psychologist (LP).
• Demonstrated expertise in the provision of behavioral health services for a correctional population.
• Experience providing group and individual therapy in a residential treatment setting.
• Experience providing clinical supervision to a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
• Knowledge of program evaluation.
• Experience in assessment and treatment of sex offenders and/or chemical dependency.

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email teresa.moen@state.mn.us.

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and other applicable background information in accordance with Department of
Corrections’ policy.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s). This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

Why Work For Us
Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) is highly regarded nationwide and has provided a model for other corrections systems to follow. Our mission is to transform
lives for a safer Minnesota. We offer great benefits, competitive pay, internal promotional opportunities, free parking, generous leave time, and workout facilities at most locations.

The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, taxdeferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

How to Apply
If you have questions about applying for jobs, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.
For additional information about the application process, go to https://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Teresa Moen at teresa.moen@state.mn.us or 651-361-7592.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce
is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 2 – Sex Offender Treatment Program

Job ID: 43919
Location: Rush City
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 03/26/2021
Closing Date: 05/28/2021
Hiring Agency: Department of Corrections
Location: Minnesota Correctional Facility – Rush City
Division/Unit: Health Services/Behavioral Health Services
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift/7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Days of Work: Monday – Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $23.27 – $33.97/hourly; $48,587 – $70,929/annually
Classified Status: Classified
Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WAS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS POSTING, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.

Two (2) positions will be filled by consideration of all applicants to this posting.

The Minnesota Department of Corrections Sex Offender Treatment Program (SOTP) is seeking a talented therapist to join our dedicated team of professionals. SOTP provides an integrated treatment programming addressing sexual behavior problems and mental health issues at the Rush City Correctional Facility. The program is nationally recognized for its approach and outcomes.

Therapist responsibilities include:

• Treatment Planning and Progress Evaluation
• Individual and Group Therapy
• Psychoeducational Program Development and Delivery
• Report Writing and Client Case Management
• This position has direct contact with incarcerated individuals.

Minimum Qualifications:

The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family, Counseling, or a related Behavioral Health/Science program* and one year of experience providing behavioral health services, including individual and group therapy;
  OR
• Master’s degree or higher in one of the above degree program areas, which included training or experience in providing behavioral health services, including individual and group therapy methods and
  practices.
  * If your degree is in a related Behavioral Health/Science program not listed above, you may be asked to
  provide an unofficial college transcript.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of sex offending treatment goals and models sufficient to demonstrate an ability to apply this knowledge in a residential setting.
• Knowledge of professional, legal and ethical standards; best practices; and community standards of care.
• Skills in verbal and written communication, including proficient documentation skills.
• Interpersonal/human relations skills.
• Basic personal computer skills.
• Ability to formulate and implement an individualized treatment plan; provide sex offense treatment; and develop a continuing care plan under supervision.
• Ability to teach a psycho-educational course; effectively function within a multi-disciplinary team; exercise sound judgment; and demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries.

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family, Counseling, or a related Behavioral Health/Science program*.
• Current Minnesota licensure as a LP, LPC, LPCC, LICSW, or LMFT.
• Experience providing sex offense treatment services to clients.
• Experience working in a correctional/secured environment.
• Experience providing services to clients with intellectual disabilities.
• Experience providing services to clients diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI).
• Experience providing services to clients with a substance use disorder.

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email teresa.moen@state.mn.us.

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of
Corrections’ policy.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and
discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

Why Work For Us

Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) is highly regarded nationwide and has provided a model for other corrections systems to follow. Our mission is to transform
lives for a safer Minnesota. We offer great benefits, competitive pay, internal promotional opportunities, free parking, generous leave time, and workout facilities at most locations.

The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred
compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

How to Apply
If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line
at 651-259-3637.
For additional information about the application process, go to https://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Teresa Moen at teresa.moen@state.mn.us or 651-361-7592.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce
is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.