Behavioral Health Practitioner

Description Join a Team That Changes Lives—Including Yours!

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is a team of professionals that specialize in serving those battling substance use disorders, specifically Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder. Also specializing in those needing Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS).

At Northstar Behavioral Health, we don’t just treat addiction—we transform lives. Our mission is to provide compassionate, expert care for individuals battling opioid and stimulant addiction through a multi-faceted treatment approach. But what truly sets us apart? Our people!

We believe in fostering a work environment where growth, community, and passion thrive
. That means:
Exciting Team Events – We celebrate our hardworking staff with engaging gatherings, fostering connections beyond the workplace.
Commitment to Community – From volunteering events to local engagement initiatives, we actively give back to the community we serve.
Opportunities for Career Growth – With our expanding network of over 200 clients and growing
, we provide the support and tools for you to thrive professionally. A Culture of Support – Join a team that understands the importance of a workplace built on integrity, compassion, and collaboration.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future, including:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA
• Dependent Care
• 401k & Company match
• Short and long term disability
• EAP
• Paid holidays
  
  Paid Time off
• Supportive and dedicated work environment

The Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS) team at Northstar Behavioral Health Network consists of dedicated professionals offering comprehensive, multi-faceted programming for individuals facing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Our care delivery is rooted in a person-centered and trauma-informed approach.

• 80% of clock in and clock out compliance on Paylocity
• 100% training compliance
• No more than one unexcused absence in a 3-month rolling period
• 80% compliance with Medication Administration
• 100% documentation compliance.
• Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  
  (Essential Functions)

Working under the treatment supervision of a mental health professional, treatment director, or certified rehabilitation specialist, the Behavioral Health Practitioner delivers direct care to maintain client health and safety while offering rehabilitative mental health services aligned with each recipient's treatment plan. Primary duties include:

• Promote recovery and psychiatric stability using established rehabilitative principles and best practices
• Complete intake documentation with new recipients to include initial treatment plan, assessment of immediate needs, and the individual abuse prevention plan (IAPP).
• Create and update person-centered treatment plans with recipients and necessary assessments including but not limited to; functional assessments, locus, and crisis plans.
• Coordinate services with agency and community providers.
• Participate in group facilitation and in curriculum development.
• Facilitate and or participate in client review meetings.
• Provide case management service that assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates to improve outcomes, experiences, and value for recipient success.
• Complete discharge planning and summaries.
• Administrative and Professional responsibilities.
• Residential Household and Safety Responsibilities.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments under supervision of a Mental Health Professional.

Required Skills and Experience (Minimum requirements in terms of educational background, work experience, licenses/certifications, or other knowledge skills, and abilities).

• Must pass…