Mental Health Crisis Clinician

Location Address

550 Osborne Rd NEFridley, MN

December 11, 2025

Allina Health Group Assessment and Referral

Permanent Evenings (United States of America)

10 hour shift

35

Non-Union-NCT

Every Other

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones.

We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

• Evening shift
• 10-hour shifts
• Shift choice of 2pm - midnight OR 3p - 1am (weekdays) and 1p-11p (every other weekend)

This position is eligible for up to $4,375.00 retention bonus (with 2-year commitment) + 35 hours frontloaded PTO.

Assist emergency room team, in a consultant role to provide clinical care, evaluation and disposition recommendation to patients and families presenting to the emergency room in mental health or substance abuse crisis. Provides written recommendation for level of care and coordinates placement, plan and or referral as needed. Uses organizational admission criteria for decision making and communicates/coordinates disposition recommendation with treatment and community teams.

• Consultative Care
  • Conduct face-to-face, in person or virtual (telehealth) consultation with patients in crisis/psychiatric emergencies.
  • Assess clinical condition.
  • Recommend appropriate level of clinical care.
• Collaborative Coordination
  • 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.
• Resource Optimization
  • 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.
• Care Plan Formation/Organization
  • Enter and track required data.
  • 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.

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or other mental health profession
• 2+ years experience in a behavioral health setting

• Direct clinical experience in a hospital, mental health, or clinic setting
• 1 year crisis management skills in hospital, clinic, or managed care setting

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - MN Board of Social Work required upon hire or
• Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist - MN Board of Marriage and Family Therapy required upon hire or
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - MN Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy required upon hire or
• Licensed Psychologist-MN Board of Psychology required upon hire

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

Pay Range: $36.22 to $49.65 per hour.

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person.

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