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200 State Ave
Faribault, MN 55021-6345
Date Posted:
June 12, 2026
Department:
47004083 Mental Health Partial and Day Outpatient AH Faribault Medical Center
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a statewide leader in integrated mental health and addiction care, offering a full continuum of services—from primary care integration to specialty outpatient clinics, day treatment, and inpatient programs. Be part of a leading Mental Health and Addiction Clinical Service line with over 290 clinicians across Minnesota.
Key Position Details:
- 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
- 8-hour Day shifts
- No weekend rotations
Job Description:
Plan and facilitate therapeutic interventions through structured activities and education. Provides direct and indirect patient care services under direction and supervision of identified program Mental Health Professionals and Program Manager/Supervisor. Utilizes patient/family needs to provide input into the care and discharge planning process. Follows all practices as outlined by Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, MN DHS Manuals, and in accordance with MN § 245I as a Mental Health Practitioner in Adult Day Treatment, Adolescent Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient Programs, and Partial Hospital Programs.
Principle Responsibilities
- Assessment/reassessment.
- Assesses level of risk within scope and consults with MH Professional.
- Assesses level of functioning.
- Assesses programming needs for patient/families.
- Documents assessments.
- Plans and conducts educational/therapeutic activities.
- Assigns patients to specific group according to team treatment plan.
- Conducts groups as scheduled.
- Conducts one on one education/activities as determined by the assessment and treatment plan.
- Proactively works with all disciplines to achieve treatment plan.
- Advocate for patients rights.
- Represents patient/family needs when patient/family is unable to do so.
- Supports patient rights through awareness and provision of legal rights.
- Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergency situation to protect patient, self and environment.
- Engages in supervision with assigned Clinical Treatment Supervisors under a signed Supervision Plan.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation, music therapy, dance therapy or social/psychological area
Meets MH Practitioner Qualifications in accordance with MN § 245I.04, Subd 4
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years in mental health field
Licenses/Certifications
- Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
- Allina in-house BLS training (within 90 days of hire)
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*:
- Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $26.07 to $35.72 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.
Benefit Summary
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. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Location Address:
200 State Ave
Faribault, MN 55021-6345
Date Posted:
June 12, 2026
Department:
47004083 Mental Health Partial and Day Outpatient AH Faribault Medical Center
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
40
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a statewide leader in integrated mental health and addiction care, offering a full continuum of services—from primary care integration to specialty outpatient clinics, day treatment, and inpatient programs. Be part of a leading Mental Health and Addiction Clinical Service line with over 290 clinicians across Minnesota.
Key Position Details:
- 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
- 8-hour Day shifts
- No weekend rotations
Job Description:
Plan and facilitate therapeutic interventions through structured activities and education. Provides direct and indirect patient care services under direction and supervision of identified program Mental Health Professionals and Program Manager/Supervisor. Utilizes patient/family needs to provide input into the care and discharge planning process. Follows all practices as outlined by Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, MN DHS Manuals, and in accordance with MN § 245I as a Mental Health Practitioner in Adult Day Treatment, Adolescent Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient Programs, and Partial Hospital Programs.
Principle Responsibilities
- Assessment/reassessment.
- Assesses level of risk within scope and consults with MH Professional.
- Assesses level of functioning.
- Assesses programming needs for patient/families.
- Documents assessments.
- Plans and conducts educational/therapeutic activities.
- Assigns patients to specific group according to team treatment plan.
- Conducts groups as scheduled.
- Conducts one on one education/activities as determined by the assessment and treatment plan.
- Proactively works with all disciplines to achieve treatment plan.
- Advocate for patients rights.
- Represents patient/family needs when patient/family is unable to do so.
- Supports patient rights through awareness and provision of legal rights.
- Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergency situation to protect patient, self and environment.
- Engages in supervision with assigned Clinical Treatment Supervisors under a signed Supervision Plan.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation, music therapy, dance therapy or social/psychological area
Meets MH Practitioner Qualifications in accordance with MN § 245I.04, Subd 4
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years in mental health field
Licenses/Certifications
- Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
- Allina in-house BLS training (within 90 days of hire)
Physical Demands
- Medium Work*:
- Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Pay Range: $26.07 to $35.72 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.
Benefit Summary
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. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
- Medical/Dental
- PTO/Time Away
- Retirement Savings Plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
- Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
- Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Program Assistant
Frame your degree field for PERM
PERM requires your employer to specify a minimum education requirement tied to the role. A bachelor's in public administration, social work, or a related field strengthens the job description and reduces the risk of a DOL audit challenging your qualifications.
Target employers with existing PERM infrastructure
Nonprofits with federal funding, research universities, and government contractors file PERM petitions routinely. These organizations already have immigration counsel on retainer, so your sponsorship request doesn't require them to build a new process from scratch.
Search green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Filter Program Assistant postings by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history on Migrate Mate. This shows you which organizations have already navigated PERM for similar roles, cutting your research time significantly.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 before accepting an offer
If your role requires a master's degree or you have a National Interest Waiver case, push for EB-2 classification. EB-3 covers bachelor's-level positions but may carry longer priority date waits for certain nationalities, so confirm your category before the I-140 is filed.
Verify prevailing wage before your offer letter
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job zone. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your specific metro area before negotiating, so your offered salary clears the PERM requirement without renegotiation later.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before your start date
USCIS requires employers sponsoring green cards to complete Form I-9 verification. If your employer isn't enrolled in E-Verify, flag this during onboarding, since some federal contractors are legally required to use it and gaps can complicate your PERM timeline.
Green Card Program Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Program Assistant jobs commonly qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Program Assistant roles that require a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as public administration, social work, or communications, typically qualify as EB-3 professionals. The key is that the position description must genuinely require a degree rather than merely prefer one, which shapes how your employer structures the PERM labor certification.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Program Assistant role?
H-1B visa status is temporary, capped at 85,000 per year, and subject to an annual lottery. EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual lottery and, once your priority date is current, leads to permanent residency. The PERM process takes longer upfront, often 18 to 36 months from start to approval, but the outcome is permanent status rather than a visa you must renew every three years.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for this role?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process showing no qualified U.S. worker applied for the Program Assistant position. This includes placing job ads in specific outlets for a defined window, documenting all applicants, and filing the ETA Form 9089 with DOL. Only after PERM certification does your employer file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How can I find Program Assistant employers who already sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search Program Assistant postings filtered by employers with EB-2 and EB-3 PERM filing history. Organizations that have filed PERM for similar roles before are far more likely to sponsor again, since they already have the legal infrastructure and internal approval processes in place.
Can I switch employers during the green card process without losing my progress?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is more than 180 days old, portability under AC21 lets you move to a similar role with a new employer without restarting from zero. For Program Assistant roles, USCIS generally considers positions in program coordination and administrative support within the same occupational category eligible for portability.