Behavioral Health Practitioner - Temporary Relief

Job DutiesDescription:Nexus Family Healing is looking to hire a Temporary Relief Behavioral Health Practitioner to join our newest youth crisis and stabilization center in Hennepin CountyThis new youth crisis and stabilization center is a 13-bed, short-term residential service is for Hennepin County youth with complex mental and behavioral health issues looking for appropriate care. The service will help to reduce the number of youth who are stuck in inappropriate care settings such as emergency rooms, police stations, juvenile detention or unstable home situations and provide treatment and therapeutic supports while triage, assessment, and transition planning take place with families.At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity.Pay and Schedule:tu2022 Temporary Relief scheduletu2022 All Shifts available: 1st - 7:00am-5:30pm, 2nd -2:00pm-12:30am, 3rd - 10:00pm-8:30amtu2022 Location: 1800 Chicago Avenue in Minneapolistu2022 Pay: $21-$23 per hourNexusu2019 Comprehensive Benefits Include:tu2022 Paid Time Offtu2022 401k matchtu2022 NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole familytu2022 Advancement pathways and internal promotiontu2022 And much moreAs a Behavioral Health Practitioner, you will:tu2022 Support and reinforce the therapeutic plan of clients by providing guidance and direction to residents in their daily living activitiestu2022 Provide mentorship and supervision of resident daily activities and behavior according to established guidelines and procedurestu2022 Participate with coworkers as a team on implementation of treatment plans and therapeutic servicestu2022 Remain cognizant of individual client phases, privileges, restrictions and adapt interactions accordinglytu2022 Ensure resident safety and collaborate with coworkers to maintain an environment that is positive, respectful, clean and therapeutictu2022 Work effectively with clientsu2019 families/support networks to reinforce positive family partnerships; Follows established protocols in the use of family engagement and involvement techniquestu2022 Plan and participate in off-campus resident activities and assist in the transportation of clients to home visits, doctor appointments, planned recreational activitiesRequirements:We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and cultures to bring their unique perspectives to our work. We actively seek individuals whose lived experiences bring depth, insight, and authenticity to the lives of the youth and families we serve.Required Qualifications:tu2022 Must be 21 years of agetu2022 Valid driveru2019s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Nexus Family Healing driving requirementstu2022 Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.tu2022 Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values.tu2022 Successfully participate and complete a three-part Therapeutic Crisis Intervention exam and trainingtu2022 Must successfully pass a DHS criminal background checkTo qualify, candidates must meet one of the following:tu2022 30+ college credits in behavioral sciences + 2000 hours of supervised related experience or practicum/internshiptu2022 4,000 hours of supervised related experience with mental health populationstu2022 Currently enrolled in a behavioral sciences graduate program with assigned clinical trainingtu2022 Bacheloru2019s or Masteru2019s degree in behavioral sciences + practicum/internshipPhysical Demandstu2022 Must be able to assist staff in physical interventions and restraints of clientstu2022 Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistancetu2022 Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours)tu2022 Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within a residential treatment facilityAt Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.Our ICARE Values:tu2022 Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approachestu2022 Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concerntu2022 Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quicklytu2022 Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accuratetu2022 Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standardsAPPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives u2014 including your ownApply Here: Minimum Education RequiredDiploma or GED Minimum Experience RequiredSee job description ShiftFirst (Day) Number of Openings1 Compensation$21.00 - $23.00 / Hourly Postal Code55404 Place of WorkOn-site Requisition ID8448 Job TypeFull Time Job BenefitsPTO, health insurance, 401k match Application Link

Created: 2026-04-04