Behavioral Services Supervisor / State Prog Admin Supv Prin

Working Title: Behavioral Services Supervisor

Job Class: State Program Administrator Supervisor Principal

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID : 97237

• Location : Anoka

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/24/2026

• Closing Date : 10/14/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Anoka Region MMA

• Division/Unit : AMRTC / Clinical Supervisors

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $34.71 - $50.25 / hourly; $72,474 - $104,922 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center is seeking a Behavioral Services Supervisor to join our team of dedicated individuals helping to make a difference in the lives of others. Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC) is an inpatient psychiatric hospital serving adults with mental illness in a large, campus-based setting. The population also includes individuals civilly committed for specialized care, such as competency for criminal court (Rule 20), emergency 48-hour bed holds, and co-occurring mental illness/chemical dependency. Located just 15 minutes north of the Twin Cities metro, this modern facility offers compassionate, person-centered care in a pleasant environment appreciated by patients and employees alike.

The Behavioral Services Supervisor is responsible for oversight and supervision of Behavior Assistants. This individual helps ensure the availability and access of quality programming for patients with complex and co-occurring disorders involving mental health, substance use and medical conditions in collaboration with clinical supervisors, directors and other staff members. This position will be involved in hospital wide initiatives including substance use support, patient grievances, Hospital Review Board, and other as needed volunteer services. This position influences hospital services, policies and procedures and will involve representation as the chairperson/co-chairperson of several committees and work groups at AMRTC.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Hiring, interviewing, oversight, supervision, and training of Behavior Assistants

• Work to grow the skill set and confidence of the individuals supervised in effort to enhance services to clients, retain excellent employees, and create a positive environment for the staff in the area of treatment planning

• Provide guidance, consultation, and project management support of treatment planning, programming and program development

• Coordination and contract management of a variety of client-focused services

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure in the State of MN (LICSW, LPCC, LMFT, LP, or BCBA)

AND

Three (3) years of post-licensure experience providing behavioral health clinical services.

AND

Demonstrated leadership experience which may include any of the following:

• Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, OR project lead*

• Completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI)

• Completion of a similar or equivalent leadership development program through another organization

• A paid or unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee, such as an Employee Resource Group (ERG) which the experience must also include:

• 1+ years of identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions

• 100+ hours per year time commitment *A project lead provides leadership, guidance, and advanced specialized technical expertise for a team doing evaluation, development, design, testing, and/or implementation in a project environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a supervisor.

• Experience managing and organizing group programming.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned. (If applicable add education information)

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.