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Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

Behavioral Health Practitioner I

Behavioral HealthPart-Time

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Part-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 52m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization
serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults,
and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our
employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE
Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize,
and reward employees. Consider joining us!

Job Summary

Provide individual, family, and group skills, to improve the quality of
individual and family lives. All behavioral health services provided occur under
the direction and ongoing review of a Clinical Supervisor.

This position is for a part-time skills practitioner in the Pelican Rapids
School District. The position requires the individual to be on site in the
Pelican Rapids Schools to provide individual, family, and group skills to
individuals who meet criteria for CTSS in the state of Minnesota. You will be
supported by a team of clinical trainees, mental health professionals, and
clinical supervisors across the state of Minnesota.

Qualifications and Requirements

* Baccalaureate  required in a behavioral health science or related field from
an accredited college or university and 2000 hours of supervised experience
in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental illness,
behavioral disorders or children/youth with emotional disturbances and their
families OR

* An associate degree with six thousand (6000) hours of supervised experience
as per state requirements.

* Valid Driver’s License is required.

* Statute 148-A Sexual Contact and Bureau of Criminal Affairs- Clearance
required.

* In-service training and education as required to deliver services.

* When applicable, licensure must be active and in good standing with
respective Licensing Board. Must adhere to licensure ethics and regulations.
In-service training/education is required to maintain licensure.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual, family, and group skills training to improve the quality of life for clients within the school setting. Work under the direction of a Clinical Supervisor to deliver behavioral health services that meet state criteria.

Requirements

Requires a baccalaureate degree in a behavioral health field with 2000 hours of supervised experience, or an associate degree with 6000 hours of experience. Must possess a valid driver's license and pass criminal background clearances.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mental health supportCase managementCrisis interventionDocumentationTreatment planningFamily supportGroup facilitationChild developmentEmotional disturbance supportClinical supervision

Behavioral Health Career Context

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Detroit Lakes

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$384k
Median resident rent
$954/mo
Residents’ average commute
14 min
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota

Non-profit Organizations
St. Paul, MN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

PSLF Eligible