Mental Health Practitioner (MHP)
Fernbrook Family Center
This position is 0.5 FTE working in supplemental housing with adult clients and 0.5 FTE working in home and community settings with clients ages 10 and under.
Job Summary
Fernbrook Family Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Mental Health Practitioner (MHP) to provide community-based mental health services to children, adults, and families in supplemental housing and home and community settings.
Working under the supervision of a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), MHPs support clients in building skills that enhance daily functioning, independence, and overall well-being. Services are delivered in a variety of settings, including client homes and community environments.
Why Join Fernbrook?
Fernbrook Family Center is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. We value team members with diverse backgrounds and lived experience relevant to the populations we serve. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure all employees can succeed in their roles.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide skills-based mental health services through individual, family, and group interventions
- Meet productivity benchmarks and weekly billable service expectations
- Use culturally responsive and evidence-informed approaches to support client needs
- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Collaborate with Fernbrook staff and external service providers
- Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development
- Complete 30 hours of mental health-related continuing education every two years
- Uphold Fernbrook’s mission, values, and policies
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Skills & Abilities
- Strong ethical decision-making and professional boundaries
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Openness to feedback and professional growth
- Basic computer proficiency (or willingness to learn)
- Commitment to culturally responsive, client-centered care
Education & Experience Requirements
- Must meet Minnesota Statute requirements for:
- Mental Health Practitioner OR
- Clinical Trainee
Additional Requirements:
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
- Acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass a DHS background check
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with children, adults, and families
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities
Work Environment & Schedule
- Flexible schedule, typically between 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Regular travel to client homes, community locations, and Fernbrook offices
- Full-time and/or hourly opportunities available
- Salaried: 40–43 hours/week
- Hourly: up to 40 hours/week (overtime requires approval)
Physical Demands
- Extended periods of sitting, observing, and computer use
- Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds
Supervision
This role does not include supervisory responsibilities but requires close collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fernbrook Family Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on any protected status.
Additional Information
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified as needed to meet organizational needs.
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