Job Opportunities

Vinland offers competitive wages and benefits:

  • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Simple IRA
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) plus holidays
  • CPR training
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • On-site cafeteria (Residential location only)
  • On-site fitness center (Residential location only)

Current Openings

Social Worker or LPCC

Requirements

  • A master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work from a regionally accredited academic program.
  • Full, unrestricted licensure as a Mental Health Professional in Minnesota (or license-eligible; LMFT, LICSW, LPCC)
  • Designation as a board-approved supervisor with respective licensing board (preferred)
  • The ability to competently and independently provide psychotherapy to adult clients
  • Evidence of a high level of professionalism within the field
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team
  • Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
  • Ability to engage with patients who may be ambivalent about treatment
  • Ability to adapt interventions to patients’ strengths, skills, and developmental levels
  • Commitment to empowering patients to solve their own problems when necessary
  • Ability to intervene decisively, when necessary, to protect patient safety
  • Ability to comply with clinic documentation standards and best professional practices
  • Ability to maintain a full caseload as defined by clinic
  • Full Time benefits include: 24 days of PTO first year, 27 PTO days at 2 years, 30 PTO days at 4 years, etc. 403B Match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability, Short Term CB Time, Continuing Education Allowance, Perk Points, Reduced Meal Cost.
  • APPLY: Contact DebbieL@Vinlandcenter.org or 763. 479.4520.  A background check is required. LOCATION: Loretto, Minnesota HOURS: Full-timePOSTED DATE: Spring 2024Vinland National Center is an equal-opportunity employer.

 

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

We have one position open for someone to provide peer recovery support services in partnership with staff at Vinland National Center’s residential facility in Loretto, MN. Located just 9 miles west of Wayzata, we are situated on a stunning, 178 acres of restored prairie, forest, and lakefront.  We share a gravel entrance road with the YMCA Camp Iduhapi, and staff has often said they can ‘feel their blood pressure go down as soon as they turn onto our dirt road’. A serene, nature-focused environment provides our clients with peace and serenity hard to find elsewhere in their lives, and this definitely translates to staff, as well.

This is a community-based, partnership-oriented position, working collaboratively with the case management team providing advocacy, mentoring, education, and resources to support individuals in recovery. The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist will assist with making community and treatment connections, provide program support, connect participants to recovery activities in the community, transportation of participants, help participants get their basic needs met & navigate the substance use disorder service system, including helping to increase access to substance use disorder services and recovery community support.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum one-year experience working with individuals experiencing substance use problems and/or mental health issues.
  • Certification as a CPRS (Certified Peer Recovery Specialist) or equivalent is required. Must demonstrate knowledge of the four key Peer Recovery domains as defined by the Minnesota Certification Board (Advocacy, Mentoring/Education, Recovery Support, and Ethical Responsibility.)
  • Understanding of the recovery philosophy and recovery behavioral health services, or willingness to learn recovery principles.
  • Minimum one-year freedom from alcohol and substance addiction.
  • Ability to enter & maintain accurate client documentation and billing in Procentive.
  • Willingness to work outside of normal business hours in order to meet the needs of the participants.
  • Ability to pass DHS background check.
  • Work hours may vary to include evenings and weekends.
  • Help where needed during shifts that may include HST job functions.

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

– Deliver Certified Peer Recovery Services within the community.

    • Support clients in establishing and achieving their own recovery goals to include formal and informal referrals and supports such as primary care, dental care, social support, and culturally specific services.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the only Disability Responsive treatment center within the state of MN  – CALL NOW!

LOCATION           Loretto, Minnesota

HOURS Full-Time

POSTED DATE    Spring 2024

APPLY   Contact DebbieL@Vinlandcenter.org or 763. 479.4520

Vinland National Center is an equal-opportunity employer.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Enrollment in an educational program with a degree in behavioral sciences and/or chemical dependency with the goal of state Licensure as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC). Must be willing to work as part of an interdisciplinary team. Willingness to learn about individuals with cognitive disabilities is a must.
  • Practical experience in all 12 core functions. Learning and time within each core function will be determined by the intern and the supervisor of Vinland.
  • Interns learning agreement, provided by their institution, will be followed ongoing. Vinland, the student, and the student’s institution instructor will work collaboratively to determine ongoing learning experiences.
  • Student to meet with the intern’s supervisor for weekly sessions of supervision and support while in Vinland’s internship program. Date/time to be determined by intern and supervisor.
  • Students to work with the assigned case managers to clearly communicate schedules to allow adequate coverage of responsibilities.

LEARNING INTERDISCIPLINARY SKILLS:

  • Participate as a member of Vinland’s interdisciplinary team in a manner that promotes professionalism, client-centered services, communication, and staff cooperation.
  • Understand and comply with the standard of ethics as established by the Minnesota Department of Health.
  • Understand and comply with all current statutory and regulatory standards as they related to professional duties and conduct.
  • Understand and comply with all statutes regarding HIPAA, rules of confidentiality, and data privacy.
  • Understand and support the implementation of all policies and procedures related to vulnerable adults and safety, infection control, risk management, and illness/injury prevention. Report any observed or suspected violations to your supervisor.

APPLY:

Send cover letter and resume to the following locations of interest:

  • For Minneapolis Location: Contact Don Raasch/ donr@vinlandcenter.org
  • For Loretto location: Contact Tom Beckers/ tbeckers@vinlandcenter.org
  • Full-time or part-time

Residential location in Loretto, MN or Outpatient location in NE Minneapolis, MN

Vinland National Center is an equal-opportunity employer.

Vinland National Center’s residential facility, located in Loretto, MN is a 61-bed Substance Use Disorder Treatment Center for adults with cognitive and physical disabilities. We are looking for someone for days, evenings, and overnight shifts.

The position involves working with clients, either one-on-one or as a group. Supervising recreation and crafts, assisting clients with personal needs, and distributing medication. Maintain the confidentiality of clients and other pertinent information.

APPLY: Contact DebbieL@Vinlandcenter.org or 763. 479.4520

A background check is required.

LOCATION: Loretto, Minnesota

HOURS: Part-time AND Full-time positions available!

POSTED DATE: Spring 2024

Vinland National Center is an equal-opportunity employer.