RiverView Health, is a community owned, membership based non-profit organization that was formed in 1898 and continues to be the sole community hospital in Crookston, MN.
RiverView Health operates a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital, RiverView Recovery Center; a chemical dependency outpatient treatment program, RiverView Home Care and five primary care and specialty clinics in the hospitals service area.
We have a robust scholarship program for those furthering their education in a medical field, excellent benefits, and a friendly work environment. Full-time benefits include health insurance, free single vision and basic dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability, and employer HSA contributions. Other benefits include employer pension matching, shift differential, incentive/premium pay, free annual biometric screening and paid volunteer time off.
RiverView is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Responsibilities:
Mental Health Counselor
Position Status: .3 fte (upto 24 hours) per pay period
Department: Recovery Center
Location: Thief River Falls
Salary Range: $34.82 - $48.76 / per hour (based on experience) - non-benefitted
Job Summary:
The Mental Health Counselor will be responsible for a range of clinical services, including, but not limited to: facilitation of Group Therapy, facilitation of Individual Sessions, Crisis Management, Telemedicine, DWI/Drug Court Staffing/Participation, Family Education, timely completion of Time Ads (for monthly billing), timely completion of DHS required documentation and case management/treatment coordination. This counselor’s primary office will be in Thief River Falls and will share in professional responsibilities in the Thief River Falls office with other professional staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct comprehensive substance use disorder assessments.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on client needs and clinical findings.
- Provide group and individual counseling services utilizing evidence-based practices.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with state and agency standards.
- Collaborate with case managers, healthcare providers, mental health professionals, and family members to support integrated care.
- Provide crisis intervention and coordinate referrals as needed.
- Facilitate education and support groups on topics such as relapse prevention, coping skills, and recovery support.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
- Comply with confidentiality and ethical standards according to HIPAA and professional licensing requirements.
- Engage in regular clinical supervision and performance evaluations.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling (MA, MS), or a related mental health field.
- Current and valid license to practice in MN (e.g., LCSW, LMHC, LPC, PhD, PsyD) with no restrictions.
- Demonstrated experience facilitating group therapy sessions, preferably with the senior population.
Preferred Requirements:
- 5+ years experience working with patient populations of substance use disorders and mental health conditions
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR), preferred.
Experience & Competencies:
- Work with kindness and accountability to enhance the quality of life for our patients.
- Strong understanding of the mental health issues commonly experienced by older adults (e.g., depression, anxiety, isolation, dementia-related challenges).
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and group facilitation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to ethical and professional standards.