Mental Health Practitioner (Casual) – Scott County

Job overview

Compensation is $22–$25 per year. The Mental Health Practitioner (Casual) – Scott County role is based in Scott County, MN, with work in a program office and residential setting; some activities may take place in the community. Guild is a Minnesota nonprofit that supports people living with mental illness or experiencing long-term homelessness in building stable, fulfilling lives. The practitioner provides skills-based support to adults with serious and persistent mental illness, who may also experience co-occurring substance use. The role promotes stabilization and recovery by teaching coping and daily living skills, supporting medication routines, monitoring safety, and coordinating with the care team.

What you'll do

• Teach coping strategies and daily living skills
• review client records
• communicate with team members during crisis situations
• administer medications and document in the electronic medical record
• orient new clients to policies and procedures
• conduct hourly safety checks
• complete daily shift documentation
• maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA requirements
• promote an inclusive and culturally sensitive community.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

guild services

mental health practitioner

casual

on-call

scott county mn

residential mental health

adult services

serious mental illness

medication administration

hourly safety checks

day, evening and overnight shifts

cpr and first aid

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• short- and long-term disability
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• wellness hours
• 403(b)
• life insurance.

Why this role

Casual/on-call position with day, evening, and overnight shifts. Requires a qualifying behavioral-science degree and experience or other Minnesota mental health practitioner qualifications, a valid Class D driver’s license, CPR/First Aid certification, and a background check. Travel to other program sites may be required.

About the employer

Guild Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.