Infant and Early Childhood Clinical Trainee (Birth to 5)

Salary: $48,880 to $55,000 DOE

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is the community leader in delivering exceptional, responsive and consumer focused behavioral health services. In 1964, we were established by a dedicated group of concerned citizens and government officials of Houston, Wabasha, and Winona counties. In 1965, we opened our first clinic in Winona.  Today we have clinics located in Winona, Houston, Wabasha, Goodhue and Fillmore counties. 

At Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, we know the importance of work life and family life balance.  We allow flexibility in staff members scheduling to meet this need.  We pride ourselves on helping our employees grow and develop within the agency by hiring internally within our organization, when possible.  For staff members that need Clinical Supervision to pursue licensing, we offer this education training at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center for free.  We are a mission driven organization and continue to be the leader in providing exceptional mental and behavioral support and services to enhance the well-being of our communities through a non-profit structure.

TITLE:   Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Clinical Trainee

 

PROGRAM:   Children’s Community Based Services 

 

JOB SUMMARY:   Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center has an opportunity for a full-time children’s mental health clinician, primarily working with the 0-5 population. We are looking for a dedicated individual to provide mental health services to early childhood clients and their families in Winona, Houston, Fillmore, and Wabasha Counties. Prior training in DC:0-5 and experience providing intervention to young children is preferred, but training is available to the right candidate. Clinical supervision and future opportunities to train in evidence-based interventions available.  

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:    

• Complete diagnostic assessments using the DC:0-5 

• Develop a written plan of intervention 

• Provide planned interventions and psychotherapy based on the client’s diagnosis. Services may be provided in the clinic, client’s home, school, and/or community. 

• Develop and maintain good working relationships with other professionals and community providers. Coordinate and collaborate as needed with multidisciplinary providers to ensure quality and effective client care 

• Maintain accurate and current documentation of all client treatment activities in the agency’s electronic medical record system 

• Assume responsibility for meeting productivity standards established by the Program Director. 

• Maintain a thorough and accurate schedule in the ECR, including all productive and non-productive time and activities  

• Attend conferences, in-services, and training necessary to meet licensure and program requirements. 

• Attend all required in-services, trainings, or meetings as directed by program coordinator 

• Possess a vehicle, valid driver license, and valid auto insurance. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: 

Education:  

• Completed Master’s Degree in a license eligible field 

Experience:  

• Required: Currently working toward licensure as an LPCC, LICSW, or LP in Minnesota 

• Desirable: completed training in the DC:0-5 

• Desirable: Experience in evidence based training (PCIT, CPP, TF-CBT, or ABC) 

Worker Traits: 

• Ability to problem solve and critically think to make appropriate decisions efficiently. 

• Possess a high level of human relation skills and an aptitude for effective decision-making. 

• Effective organization and time management capabilities 

• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing 

• Must work well on a team of multidisciplinary providers and coordinate as necessary to support the treatment of clients 

• Must have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. 

• Must have the ability to use a computer. 

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality. 

• Must possess a vehicle, valid driver’s license, and a willingness to travel as needed to client or organization locations throughout SE MN. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION: Must be able to walk, sit, stand, crouch, twist, bend, reach overhead, maneuver stairs and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities. Must be able to move around the office on a daily basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must communicate with others and exchange information. This is primarily a sedentary position (standing and/or sitting). Employee regularly operates a computer and other office equipment on a daily basis. Occasional bending and lifting of office materials up to 30 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment free from harassment, violence and discrimination. Our inclusive work environment represents many different backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints. The core values we live by include: integrity, respect, people focused, community focused, continuous improvement, compassion, partnership and collaboration, empowerment and financial stewardship. All Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center owned facilities are smoke/drug free environments, with some exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of conditions at client sites.

BENEFIT SUMMARY: 

• Paid Leave Time starts accruing at 5.08 hours per pay check (pro-rated for 20–39 hour employees). 
• Up to 10 days of paid jury duty leave. 
• Up to $2,000 Tuition investment and up to $900 continuing education funds available. 

• Up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave. 
• 20% YMCA membership discount OR $50 fitness reimbursement (per year). 
• 8 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per year (pro-rated for 20–39 hour employees). 
• 1 paid personal day per year. 
• Medical, dental and vision insurance is available for 30–40 hour employees. 
• Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance is free for 30–40 hour employees. 

• 403b retirement account with employer contribution of 100 percent match, up to 3.5 percent, at one year (1040 hours). Employees are fully vested at one year. 

EEO- We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Completion of and passing the background check is required and a part of the application process, if a job offer is extended to an applicant.