Mental Health Professional - Diagnostic Assessments

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Mental Health Professional - Diagnostic Assessments Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work. We'll never discriminate against anyone's background or creed.

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Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work. We'll never discriminate against anyone's background or creed. If you're good at what you do, we want you to do it at Tasks Unlimited.

Tasks Unlimited is seeking a licensed Mental Health Professional to complete diagnostic mental health assessments on a limited, as-needed basis. This role supports timely access to services by conducting comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, determining medical necessity, and completing required clinical documentation in accordance with Minnesota DHS requirements.

This position is well-suited for a licensed clinician interested in very part-time (4 hours per week), flexible work, including those seeking supplemental income. The role may be structured as an independent contractor or part-time employee, depending on qualifications and organizational needs.

Employee pay range $30 - $33 per hour
1099-contractor rate is negotiable

Position Summary
The purpose of the Mental Health Professional – Diagnostic Assessments position is to provide Diagnostic Assessment and short-term mental health services to clients accessing services through our drop-in center and vocational services. This position is part time and serves to meet the needs of clients who require an initial or updated Diagnostic Assessment before determining eligibility for services. The person in the Mental Health Professional in adherence with all applicable state department (Health/Human Services) and licensing board requirements as they pertain to client interactions, service delivery, and documentation. This position requires coordination with other teams to determine scheduling and work hours.

Essential Job Functions

Complete comprehensive diagnostic mental health assessments consistent with Minnesota Rule and DHS standards
Establish or confirm mental health diagnoses using DSM criteria
Assess functional impairments, mental health history, risk factors, and psychosocial needs
Determine medical necessity for mental health and related services
Collaborate with Tasks Unlimited program staff as needed to support service planning
Ensure all assessments and documentation are completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with DHS and organizational requirements
Maintain appropriate clinical records and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and state regulations
Participate in limited consultation or coordination related to completed assessments, as needed

Physical Requirements of Position
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Frequently
Talking or listening Frequently
Stoop, kneel, bend Occasionally
Reach with hands/arms Occasionally
Typing/data entry Frequently
Maximum weight to be lifted 25 pounds
Equipment used Personal vehicle, telephone, computer, copier, printer, fax machine, Tasks Unlimited internal client database and electronic health record, and Microsoft Office programs

Direct Reports
None

Qualifications
Required

Meet Mental Health Professional qualifications under Minnesota statute 245I.04
Current licensure in Minnesota as one of the following:
- LICSW
- PhD, LP or PsyD, LP
- LMFT
- LPCC
Eligibility to independently complete diagnostic assessments under Minnesota DHS standards
Experience completing diagnostic assessments with adults and/or youth
Knowledge of Minnesota mental health services, medical necessity criteria, and documentation requirements
Strong clinical judgment, writing skills, and attention to detail
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to complete and pass a background study through NETStudy 2.0 (DHS)

Preferred

Prior experience completing diagnostic assessments for DHS-funded services
Familiarity with supported employment, housing stability, or community-based mental health services
Experience working with adults with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI)

Tasks Unlimited has always been, and always will be, an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Tasks does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Tasks will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities; we are a drug-free workplace. Tasks participates in the E-Verify program for all applicants.

This is a part time position

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Pay per year: ≈ $62,400–$68,640 a year; 29% below the $92,500 median for Mental Health Therapist jobs on Jobera (464 salaries).
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