Working Title: Clinical Program Therapist 2
Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 2
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Job ID : 92840
Location : Bloomington
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/17/2026
Closing Date : 03/30/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE State Operated Svcs
Division/Unit : MSOCS Residential Central / MSOCS FC South Stevens
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift (8 am - 4 pm)
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / 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.
Our Community Based Services program at Direct Care and Treatment is excited to welcome a Clinical Program Therapist 2 to our team in Richfield. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals with serious and persistent mental illness and other disabilities as they build independence, strengthen their well-being, and live successfully in community-based residential settings.
As a Clinical Program Therapist 2, you will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to design, implement, and evaluate person-centered support plans that promote mental health recovery, physical well-being, independence, and community safety. Working under limited supervision and in partnership with Skills Development Specialists and program coordinators or managers, you will provide comprehensive clinical support, share specialized knowledge and techniques aligned with program guidelines, and offer psychoeducation that empowers individuals in their recovery journey.
If you are passionate about person-centered care, collaboration, and helping individuals reach their goals, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference every day.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
Provide direct, person-centered care including assessment, psychoeducation, crisis intervention, and relapse prevention to support individuals in achieving their recovery and personal goals.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement and evaluate individualized treatment and support plans.
Coordinate care and provide guidance to staff to ensure consistent, high-quality support for individuals served.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with program standards and regulatory requirements.
Promote and help maintain a safe, supportive, and drug-free therapeutic environment within the residential program.
Minimum Qualifications
2 years of combined experience in at least 4 of the 6 activities listed below:
Providing direct care and therapeutic support to individuals
Assisting with assessment of behavior health challenges including data collection
Experience leading and/or facilitating educational groups or therapeutic activities with individuals with mental health symptoms
Experience developing or implementing support plans or treatment plans that addresses behavior through adaptations, activities, interventions, education, engagement, and support
Assisting in planning and hand-off communication of support plans and strategies for supporting individuals upon discharge
Developing/assisting in development of behavioral interventions and recommendations for interdisciplinary staff implementation
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
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and culture.
Experience working with individuals living with substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, schizophrenia and other @types of mental illnesses.
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 and Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
