Mental Health Support Specialist Relief Staff - McAndrews House (Burnsville, MN)

Mental Health Support Specialist Relief Staff - McAndrews House (Burnsville, MN)

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is seeking Mental Health Support Specialist Relief Staff to support our Long-Term Residential programs. This is an entry-level position that is responsible for providing scheduling relief within a supportive environment for our clients. Responsibilities include providing person-centered engagement and interventions, medication administration, and providing general program oversight and safety.

Schedule: Part-Time | Must pick up a minimum of 16 hours (i.e. 2 8-hour shifts) every 2 weeks

• McAndrews Hours (Primary Location): Operates 24/7
  • 904 McAndrews Rd W, Burnsville, MN 55337
• Other Long Term Residential Programs (Twin Cities Metro): Operates 24/7

Location: McAndrews House (904 McAndrews Rd W, Burnsville, MN 55337)

Hiring Range: $20.50 / Hourly | $1,000 hiring bonus for external candidates

• This position is eligible for a shift differential based off hours worked

Relief Staff Schedule Requirements:

• While this position is assigned to a primary location, individuals will work at other locations within Long-Term Residential and may do so with limited notice
• A minimum of 16 hours per pay period (every 2 weeks) will be required with a specific schedule determined based on program needs
• A portion of shifts will be pre-planned between the individual, supervisor and program in advance to ensure critical coverage.
• The remainder of the individual’s schedule is flexible and they may choose their assignments from program identified open shifts

Main Job Duties:

• Must have physical presence onsite.
• Document interactions with clients into organization’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) and if applicable, program-specific documentation/record-keeping system, while providing clear and concise communication with client, staff and other applicable parties.
• Effectively interact and exhibit behavior that is consistent with customer service and professional standards established by the organizational, division and program.
• Responsible for medication administration in accordance with organization and program policies and procedures.
• Using person-centered principles, actively engage with clients in their daily activities, and develop and maintain appropriate relationships that support the client in meeting their individual goals.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation for clients experiencing mental health symptoms or other emotional responses while prioritizing client and program safety.
• Independent Living Skills, teaching and/or coaching, as it relates to the individual’s goal and/or treatment plans.
• Full-time staff are part of an on-call rotation.
• Attend mandatory team meetings.