Due to growth, we have a part-time or a full-time opening for a Mental Health Professional/Psychotherapist (LGSW, or similar post-degree status) to work with patients in our outpatient Mental Health Clinic. This on-site position is Monday through Friday, day hours with flexibility to adjust schedule to match your needs. Our team includes: six psychiatrists; three doctoral level psychologists; ten masters level providers; two chemical dependency counselors; nursing and a wonderful team of support staff. Hutchinson Health also has an 11-bed inpatient mental health unit located on-site. These experienced providers all work collaboratively to fulfill our mission to provide evidence-based care.

Position is flexible and offers endless opportunities. LGSW would see patient’s independently, for couples therapy, or family therapy; age range of patients is dependent on the LGSW’s preference. The ideal candidate will complete diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and psychotherapy. The clinic offers a variety of group therapy options; LGSW would have an opportunity to lead a group of their choice or be a co-facilitator. 

Licensure candidate (LGSW) would receive full on-site supervision, in both individual and a group setting, gaining hours towards independent licensure. Additional onsite educational opportunities, and CEU’s are offered. State Board license is required. Candidates could potentially be eligible for a loan repayment through the National Health Service Core program.

Hutchinson Health, a part of the Health Partners family is a patient centered, progressive health care center located on the Crow River in a beautiful community with a population of 14,000. We employ 650 employees in our hospital and multiple clinics.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Direct Care- Provides mental health care to patients that meets evidenced based practice standards. Provides patient and/or family psychotherapy, psychoeducation, and treatment based on approved treatment modalities. Coordination of Care- Ensures coordination of care within the mental health clinic, including collaboration with psychiatry, substance use services (as appropriate), nursing, and with other care providers (primary care, specialty care, etc.), social service and other entities and family members. Records Management- Documents comprehensive diagnostic assessment inclusive of DSM-V diagnostic criteria, and progress notes. Creates treatment plan that reflects appropriate, measurable, and time-based goals regarding patient symptoms, diagnoses, needs and abilities.  Completes treatment plans (all applicable areas including signatures) in a timely manner consistent with policy. Completes documentation of visits within standards of Medical Staff by-laws. Treatment Team participation- Responsible for being an active member of the treatment team. Demonstrates ability and willingness to be approachable and available for consultation. Is an active participant in multi-disciplinary staffing. General Clinician Accountabilities- Works as an interdisciplinary team member to support patient care and safety, identifies appropriate procedure charge for treatment on the date of service and provides education upon request. Also participates in quality, patient safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives. Productivity - Meets productivity standard of 75%. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education, Training or Degree Required:

1. Master’s Degree in relevant field of psychology, counseling, or social work

License/Registration/Certification Required: (will be primary source verified by HR)

1. LGSW

Experience and Skills: (indicate preferred or required)

1. Declared competency with licensing board in relevant areas of practice.

Full-time or Part-time, benefits eligible. Great team of collaborative professionals Flexible schedule opportunities Adult and/or child provider Support staff who complete all scheduling, health information management tasks, and insurance verification Easy access to additional services such as emergency department, primary care, inpatient mental health, and psychiatry Potentially eligible for loan repayment options Tuition reimbursement for any further education goals Full Onsite Supervision to meet licensure requirements.