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Working Title: Clinical Program Therapist 1

Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 1

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

+ **Job ID** : 91051

+ **Location** : Anoka

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 12/31/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 01/07/2026

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

+ **Division/Unit** : AMRTC / AMRTC Behavioral Services 2

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Rotating Shift, 8 - 4:30pm or 12 - 8:30pm

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday, every 4th weekend

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 - $77,798 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

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

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.

Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC) is seeking talented, mission driven, and person-centered Behavior Program Assistant (BPA) to join our team. Operated by the Minnesota Department of Human Services, AMRTC serves adults with mental illness in a large, campus-based setting. Located just north of the Twin Cities metro area, this modern facility offers person-centered adult mental health care in a pleasant environment appreciated by patients and employees alike. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a great team and make a great difference in the lives of others!

A Behavior Program Assistant (BPA) assist with the coordination of unit programming, as well as facilitate skill building, educational, and peer support groups for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. BPAs serve as active members of the treatment team and assist in the development of individual treatment plan goals, objectives, and interventions. They also assist unit staff of varying levels of expertise in implementing and sustaining Evidence Based Practices that are focused on client engagement, behavior management, and group programming. These include, but are not limited to: Person Centeredness, Integrated Dual Disorders Treatment (IDDT) and Illness Management and Recovery (IM&R). In addition, individuals in this role perform various direct care duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must have:

1 year of relevant experience providing the following:

+ Providing services using person-centered approaches

+ Planning and facilitating therapeutic activities

+ Documenting progress in activities and interventions

+ Providing and reinforcing skill building in individuals

* 1 year of relevant experience requirement may be substituted by a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or behavior analysis; the experience requirement also may be substituted by a bachelor’s degree in human services or a related behavioral health field that includes substantial behavioral health coursework such as: individual or group counseling, clinical interviewing, clinical assessment, crisis intervention, or similar behavioral health courses.

Preferred Qualifications

+ One (1) year of professional experience working with individuals with serious and persistent mentalillness (SPMI)

+ Knowledge of behavior modification principles sufficient to participate in the planning and designing ofindividual treatment programs for assigned clients.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly and thoroughly describes your experience in the areas listed.

Reference/Background checks - The Department of Human services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.