At Cornerstone, we value a rich and diverse employee and volunteer base and are committed to recruiting and retaining individuals of underrepresented backgrounds. We are also committed to creating an inclusive environment and a sense of belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer and an affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements and the work that we do at Cornerstone. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
Cornerstone is a $5.4 M agency with approximately 100 employees. Our organization serves individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking, and general crime. We have office locations in Bloomington, Minneapolis, and Brooklyn Center.
Cornerstone has developed one of the most comprehensive service continuums for victims of violence in Minnesota. Our services are designed to move individuals and families from crisis to safety, stabilization and security. Last year approximately 4,000 individuals accessed Cornerstone programming. In addition, through Cornerstone’s statewide Day One Crisis and Crime Victim Support lines, we provided services to over 20,000 persons via phone, text and chat. We are committed to providing opportunities for others to partner with us in this work and to convey, as a community, zero-tolerance for violence. (www.cornerstonemn.org)
Position Summary
Primary role is to provide outpatient mental health assessments, treatment, and care coordination for children, youth, adults, and families impacted by complex trauma and various forms of violence (interpersonal, sexual, sexual exploitation). Strong assessment and treatment skills are essential. Significant experience in working with people of different cultures and marginalized populations. This position may work in all of Cornerstone’s office locations in Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, and Minneapolis.
Location: Bloomington, Minnesota
Salary: $41,000 – $52,000 – Salary range may vary based on licensure status.
Position Type: Full Time
Required Education: Master’s Degree
Date Posted: April, 1 2022
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Direct Services
Maintain compliance with community practice standards; complete diagnostic assessments, closing summaries, progress notes, and clinical treatment plans as required.
Provide therapeutic services to clients across the lifespan from children to adults(includes individual, family, and/or group therapy)
Conduct crisis and/or mental health screening to determine service needs Complete safety plan with clients as needed
Facilitate support group and/or therapeutic groups as needed
Provide care coordination for clients and their families that includes working with external agencies to support client and provide referrals to resources
Maintain effective and timely communication and documentation regarding services and client status.
Displays flexibility, curiosity and collaboration in adjusting therapy modalities to client needs
Knowledge and/or experience with electronic health record Work in compliance with all Cornerstone policies and procedures
Record accurate, complete, confidential information in case notes and data base Maintain confidentiality of records in accordance with current HIPAA standards Perform other responsibilities requested or approved by supervisor
Human Resources:
Report continuing education as requested
Maintain active license with licensing board
Administrative Responsibilities:
Must be available to work a minimum of 2 evenings a week Participate in program meetings
Collaborate with Cornerstone programs, and actively look for new and creative opportunities for growth and program development.
Must complete the required sexual violence/domesticviolence training within the first 6 months of employmen
Familiarity with and ensures adherence to NASW Code of Ethics, HIPAA standards, as
well as state professional and ethical standards for mental health
Must complete clinical documentation and database within a timely manner Assist in the development of programming and program outcomes Participate on internal and external committees as assigned
Attend all-staff meetings and trainings
Qualifications
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Language Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common social science literature and journals, financial reports, and funding contracts. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from participants, community partners, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Education/Experience
Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, or related Social Science. Preference will be given to candidates who have or are pursuing licensure in their field of study (LICSW, LMFT, LP, LPCC). Members of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. Knowledge and experience working with survivors of complex trauma and forms of violence (interpersonal, sexual, and sexual exploitation) is desirable. In addition, any training in evidence based practice model is desirable. Ability to work in collaboration within a team setting and safety plan with individual’s in crisis. Must have access to a reliable transportation
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities and those who may be Deaf/Hard of Hearing, to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use manual dexterity for use of objects, tools or controls as well as visual acuity. The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The employee should always request assistance if any object needs to be lifted and the employee feels that their capabilities are such that the specific item to be lifted is beyond the employee’s abilities. No employee should attempt to lift more than what is comfortable for them. If such a situation should arise the employee should notify their supervisor to find help with lifting any item regardless of weight if the object to be lifted is awkward or difficult to lift in any way.
Cornerstone offers generous wages and excellent benefits.
How to Apply
You can also download Cornerstone’s employment application (PDF) and submit the completed application, resume and cover letter to Jobs@cornerstonemn.org with the job title in the email subject line.
Only applications with a completed form, resume and cover letter will be reviewed.
No agencies; no walk-ins; and no phone calls please. The Jobs@cornerstonemn.org email is only for receiving resumes. No additional information is known about open positions. Qualified applicants will be contacted after resumes are reviewed.
