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This position will be fully remote, after in-person training at Mercy Hospital-Unity Campus (Fridley, MN).

Four 10-hour shifts/per pay period, 10pm - 8am, every other Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

This role is eligible for a $2,500.00 retention bonus + 20-hours of frontloaded PTO.

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Principle Responsibilities

• Assess clinical condition and recommend appropriate level of clinical care.
• Collaborates with community care team and caregivers to provide patient-centered recommendation.
• Provides ongoing reassessment and crisis intervention while patient remains in the emergency room.
• Coordinates with placement team and/or community partners to support disposition recommendation.
• Referrals of patients to outpatient services either within or outside the system.
• Remains up to date with current resources and patient access referrals within the system and in the community.
• Conduct face-to-face, in person or virtual (telehealth) consultation with patients in crisis/psychiatric emergencies.
• Provide strong documentation of collateral contacts, guardians/power of attorneys and other caregivers relevant to the patient presentation.
• Note disposition of case providing clear rationale for recommendations.
• Follow necessary guidelines for documentation of discharge plans

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or other mental health profession required
• 2+ years experience in a behavioral health setting required
• Direct clinical experience in a hospital, mental health, or clinic setting preferred
• 1 year crisis management skills in hospital, clinic, or managed care setting preferred
• Licensed Graduate Social Worker - MN Board of Social Work required upon hire and working to complete LICSW within the hourly requirement.
• Licensed Professional Counselor - MN Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy required upon hire and working toward LPCC licensure.
• Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist required upon hire and working toward LMFT licensure.
• Independent license preferred

Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently