TN Visa Mental Health Clinician Jobs
Mental Health Clinician roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals holding a relevant degree in a mental health field. For Canadians, the employer provides a support letter that you present at the U.S. border for immediate TN status. For Mexicans, the employer provides a support letter that you submit with your application at a U.S. consulate.
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2855 Campus Dr
Plymouth, MN 55441-2649
Date Posted:
July 20, 2026
Department:
31009946 WH Intermediate Care Programs
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
36
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
- 0.9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period)
- 8-hour day shifts
- No weekends
- This position will work with the Adolescent Mental Health First Episode Psychosis Partial Hospital Program. 1-3 years previous mental health experience and previous experience working with adolescents with mental health concerns preferred.
Work Schedule:
M/W/F: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
T/Th: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Job Description:
Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human response to actual or potential health problems. This includes establishing an intentional therapeutic relationship between a registered nurse and a patient and family. As a leader and the integrator of care, the professional nurse has the responsibility, authority, and accountability for planning, coordinating and evaluating the patient’s care needs.
Participates in and supports program development, nursing research, staff development and quality initiatives. May also provide coordination of care along a defined care pathway.
Principle Responsibilities
- Comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs; identification of outcomes based on needs assessment; establishing the plan of care; supervising the progress; and modification of the plan of care as needed.
- Maintains education and competencies to remain proficient to provide high quality patient care practice and skills.
- Incorporates evidence-based nursing practice taking into consideration current statutes, rules and regulations when developing the plan of care.
- Establishes, in the collaboration with the family and patient, realistic and measurable patient expected outcomes based on nursing diagnoses, patients present and potential capabilities, goals, available resources and plan for continuity of care.
- Identifies outcomes that are age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic and attainable.
- Coordinates, collaborates, and delegates appropriately to ensure care is provided in a safe, effective fashion.
- Fulfills all organizational requirements.
- Supplemental roles:
- Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).
- Demonstrates ability to coordinate, delegate, and direct unit operation, collaborates effectively with unit staff, leadership and other disciplines.
- Preceptor (only when acting in this role).
- Demonstrates ability to identify the orientee's learning needs, plans appropriate learning experiences and demonstrates ability to validate clinical competence of orientee.
- Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Vocational degree
- Community Hospitals (Buffalo, Cambridge, Owatonna, Faribault, Regina, New Ulm, and River Falls): INTERNAL APPLICANTS must have Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree required. EXTERNAL APPLICANTS in Specialty areas (ICU, Mom/Baby, ED, OR/Procedural areas and Mental Health) must have Associate's degree with one year of applicable experience required. In Non-Specialty areas, Bachelor's degree preferred, Associate’s degree required.
- Bachelor's degree for external applicants at metro hospitals and St. Francis in a non-specialty area or
- Bachelor's degree for external applicants at metro hospitals and St. Francis in a specialty area (ICU, Mom/Baby, Emergency Department, OR/procedural areas and mental health) required or Associate's degree in nursing with at least one year of experience in the specialty they are applying for or
- Associate's or Vocational degree or Bachelors degree for internal applicants at metro hospitals and St. Francis or
- Bachelor's degree preferred for external applicants at community hospitals in a non-specialty area, Associate's degree or
- Associate's or Vocational degree for external applicants in a specialty area (ICU, Mom/Baby, Emergency Department, OR/procedural areas and mental health) with one year of applicable experience required. Nurse executive approval or
- Associate's or Vocational degree or Bachelor's degree for internal applicants at community hospitals
- 2 to 5 years RN experience in clinical area relevant to position
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Registered Nurse – MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hire
- Licensed Registered Nurse - WI Dept of Safety \& Professional Services required upon hire if providing care to patients over the phone, through e-visits, virtual visits, or medical messages and the patient is in Wisconsin at the time of the care
- 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 30 days of hire)
- In certain departments, must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
- Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Current ALS certification from the American Red Cross
- Allina in-house ACLS training (within 60 days)
- RN-C in department specialty preferred
- Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if working in MHI Pacer Department
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: $46.42 to $64.22 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:
2855 Campus Dr
Plymouth, MN 55441-2649
Date Posted:
July 20, 2026
Department:
31009946 WH Intermediate Care Programs
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
36
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:
- 0.9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period)
- 8-hour day shifts
- No weekends
- This position will work with the Adolescent Mental Health First Episode Psychosis Partial Hospital Program. 1-3 years previous mental health experience and previous experience working with adolescents with mental health concerns preferred.
Work Schedule:
M/W/F: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
T/Th: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Job Description:
Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human response to actual or potential health problems. This includes establishing an intentional therapeutic relationship between a registered nurse and a patient and family. As a leader and the integrator of care, the professional nurse has the responsibility, authority, and accountability for planning, coordinating and evaluating the patient’s care needs.
Participates in and supports program development, nursing research, staff development and quality initiatives. May also provide coordination of care along a defined care pathway.
Principle Responsibilities
- Comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs; identification of outcomes based on needs assessment; establishing the plan of care; supervising the progress; and modification of the plan of care as needed.
- Maintains education and competencies to remain proficient to provide high quality patient care practice and skills.
- Incorporates evidence-based nursing practice taking into consideration current statutes, rules and regulations when developing the plan of care.
- Establishes, in the collaboration with the family and patient, realistic and measurable patient expected outcomes based on nursing diagnoses, patients present and potential capabilities, goals, available resources and plan for continuity of care.
- Identifies outcomes that are age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic and attainable.
- Coordinates, collaborates, and delegates appropriately to ensure care is provided in a safe, effective fashion.
- Fulfills all organizational requirements.
- Supplemental roles:
- Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).
- Demonstrates ability to coordinate, delegate, and direct unit operation, collaborates effectively with unit staff, leadership and other disciplines.
- Preceptor (only when acting in this role).
- Demonstrates ability to identify the orientee's learning needs, plans appropriate learning experiences and demonstrates ability to validate clinical competence of orientee.
- Charge Nurse (only when acting in this role).
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Vocational degree
- Community Hospitals (Buffalo, Cambridge, Owatonna, Faribault, Regina, New Ulm, and River Falls): INTERNAL APPLICANTS must have Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree required. EXTERNAL APPLICANTS in Specialty areas (ICU, Mom/Baby, ED, OR/Procedural areas and Mental Health) must have Associate's degree with one year of applicable experience required. In Non-Specialty areas, Bachelor's degree preferred, Associate’s degree required.
- Bachelor's degree for external applicants at metro hospitals and St. Francis in a non-specialty area or
- Bachelor's degree for external applicants at metro hospitals and St. Francis in a specialty area (ICU, Mom/Baby, Emergency Department, OR/procedural areas and mental health) required or Associate's degree in nursing with at least one year of experience in the specialty they are applying for or
- Associate's or Vocational degree or Bachelors degree for internal applicants at metro hospitals and St. Francis or
- Bachelor's degree preferred for external applicants at community hospitals in a non-specialty area, Associate's degree or
- Associate's or Vocational degree for external applicants in a specialty area (ICU, Mom/Baby, Emergency Department, OR/procedural areas and mental health) with one year of applicable experience required. Nurse executive approval or
- Associate's or Vocational degree or Bachelor's degree for internal applicants at community hospitals
- 2 to 5 years RN experience in clinical area relevant to position
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Registered Nurse – MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hire
- Licensed Registered Nurse - WI Dept of Safety \& Professional Services required upon hire if providing care to patients over the phone, through e-visits, virtual visits, or medical messages and the patient is in Wisconsin at the time of the care
- 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 30 days of hire)
- In certain departments, must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
- Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Current ALS certification from the American Red Cross
- Allina in-house ACLS training (within 60 days)
- RN-C in department specialty preferred
- Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if working in MHI Pacer Department
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: $46.42 to $64.22 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 TN Visa Sponsorship in Mental Health Clinician
Verify your credential meets TN requirements
TN visa classification for Mental Health Clinicians requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in a mental health discipline. A general psychology or social work degree may qualify, but confirm your specific credential maps to the USMCA occupational category before applying.
Target employers with active state licensure pipelines
Many U.S. behavioral health employers sponsor TN status only if you already hold or can obtain state licensure quickly. Research which states offer expedited licensure for foreign-trained clinicians before targeting job postings.
Request a support letter from your employer
Your employer's TN support letter must specify your job title, duties, required degree, and intended employment period. A vague or generic letter is the leading cause of border officer delays for Mental Health Clinician applicants.
Search TN-sponsoring roles through Migrate Mate
Filter Mental Health Clinician openings by TN visa sponsorship on Migrate Mate to avoid spending time on employers unfamiliar with the USMCA professional category. It surfaces roles where employers have already confirmed sponsorship willingness.
Clarify telehealth roles before the border crossing
Remote or telehealth Mental Health Clinician positions can complicate TN approval because CBP officers may question whether a physical U.S. worksite exists. Have documentation confirming a U.S.-based employer address and supervisory structure ready.
Use employer support letters to validate your wage offer
Your employer will prepare a support letter documenting your role, qualifications, and salary to present at your port of entry or consulate. Confirm the offered wage is reasonable for your specific role and location, as this strengthens your TN application and demonstrates a legitimate job offer.
Mental Health Clinician TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mental Health Clinician role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Mental Health Clinician is a recognized USMCA professional category. You need a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in a mental health field such as counseling, psychology, or social work, along with a qualifying job offer from a U.S. employer. Your specific degree title should clearly align with the mental health discipline, as CBP officers evaluate the credential-to-job-title match at the port of entry.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Mental Health Clinician jobs?
TN is available to Canadian and Mexican citizens without a lottery, annual cap for Canadians, or multi-year wait. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship through a random selection process and often takes over a year to activate. For Mental Health Clinicians who qualify under USMCA, TN is a faster and more predictable path, with Canadians able to activate status directly at the border on the same day.
Can Mexican Mental Health Clinicians apply for TN status the same way Canadians can?
No. Canadian citizens apply directly at a U.S. port of entry with their employer support letter and credentials. Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico and obtain a TN visa stamp before entry. Both nationalities need the same underlying documentation, but the process timeline and venue differ significantly.
Where can I find Mental Health Clinician jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-sponsored roles. You can filter Mental Health Clinician openings by TN visa sponsorship, which filters out employers who haven't confirmed they'll support the USMCA process. This saves time compared to contacting employers who are unfamiliar with TN filing requirements for behavioral health roles.
What documentation does my employer need to provide for my TN application as a Mental Health Clinician?
Your employer must provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead that includes your job title, a summary of duties consistent with the Mental Health Clinician category, the credential required, your proposed start date, and the employment period. For Canadian citizens, you'll present this letter at the U.S. border or port of entry; for Mexican citizens, your employer submits it as part of your consulate application. Missing or vague elements in the support letter are the most common reasons CBP requests secondary inspection for this occupational category.