Clinical Program Therapist - Mental Health Professional, Intake Specialist

Position: Clinical Program Therapist 4 - Mental Health Professional, Intake Specialist
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* Working Title:

Mental Health Professional, Intake Specialist*
* ** Job Class:
Clinical Program Therapist 4*
* ** Agency:
Direct Care and Treatment*
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** Job ** : 95634

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** Location** :
Willmar

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 07/18/2026

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** Closing Date** : 07/27/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE State Operated Svcs

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** Division/Unit** : MHSTATS / MSHS Willmar Clinical

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
Rarely

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** Salary Range:**  $35.30 - $52.35 / hourly; $73,706 - $109,306 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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** FLSA Status** :
Exempt - Professional

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Minnesota Specialty Health System (MSHS) in Willmar is seeking a Mental Health Professional to join our team as an Intake Coordinator! This position provides consultation to program staff regarding the plan and delivery of treatment for individuals with severe mental illness and potential substance use disorders. Service delivery includes individual and group therapies, comprehensive integrated assessment, participation in treatment team(s), and involvement in performance improvement and program development.

Job Duties:

+ Provide mental health diagnostic assessment services and provide clinical direction to staff

+ Serve as the referral and intake worker to coordinate the admission process for the program or provide clinical support for intake coordination

+ Develop an individualized rehabilitative treatment plan under supervision that is designed to assist clients with identifying and achieving their goals

+ Collaborate with the Treatment Director/Program Manager to provide clinical input on program design, admissions, discharges, utilization management, clinical policies, and procedures

+ Develop and disseminate assessment and treatment tools including functional assessment, treatment planning and intervention strategies, and assess clinical training needs for staff

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Master's or doctorate in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; AND¿

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¿ Licensure/Certification in the State of Minnesota as an independent behavioral health professional (e.g., LICSW, LP, LPCC, LMFT, BCBA or Licensed Behavioral Analyst)

** Additional Requirements*
* To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned. (If applicable add education information)

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test…