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ElevaCare

Behavioral Health Practitioner

Worthington, MN · On-site

$22 - $32/hr

ElevaCare is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Practitioner to provide support and guidance ... Collaborate with team members to develop, review, and carry out individualized treatment plans

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How much do behavioral health utilization review jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for behavioral health utilization review in Minnesota is $41.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.74 and $47.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a behavioral health utilization review?

A Behavioral Health Utilization Review (UR) job involves assessing the medical necessity, appropriateness, and efficiency of mental health and substance use disorder treatments. UR professionals review clinical documentation, apply insurance guidelines, and collaborate with providers to ensure patients receive appropriate care while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. They help manage healthcare costs by preventing unnecessary services while advocating for necessary treatments. This role is common in insurance companies, hospitals, and managed care organizations. Strong knowledge of behavioral health guidelines and communication skills are essential for success.

What types of teams do behavioral health utilization review professionals typically work with, and how do they collaborate across departments?

Behavioral Health Utilization Review professionals frequently work within multidisciplinary teams that may include clinicians, case managers, claims specialists, and provider relations staff. Collaboration involves regularly reviewing patient records, discussing complex cases, and communicating with both internal and external healthcare providers to ensure appropriate levels of care are authorized. This role often requires coordination across departments to resolve authorization issues, clarify clinical information, and meet regulatory requirements. Effective teamwork is key to maintaining efficient workflows, supporting patient outcomes, and ensuring compliance with payer policies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in behavioral health utilization review, and why are they important?

To thrive in Behavioral Health Utilization Review, you typically need a clinical background in mental health or nursing, strong analytical abilities, and knowledge of insurance guidelines. Familiarity with medical coding, utilization management software (such as InterQual or MCG), and current behavioral health regulations is highly valued, and licensure (RN, LCSW, LPC, or similar) is often required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, effective communication, and strong organizational skills set top candidates apart. These competencies ensure accurate evaluation of medical necessity, efficient authorization processes, and collaboration with providers for optimal patient care.

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Infographic showing various Behavioral Health Utilization Review job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,136 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Behavioral Health Practitioner

NORTHERN PINES MENTAL HEALTH CENTER

Brainerd, MN • On-site

$25.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Northern Pines Mental Health Center is proud to offer competitive wages and an exceptional benefits package!  

We are seeking a Behavioral Health Practitioner to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. Travel throughout the six-county region will be required. The purpose of this role is to provide elevated, community-based care to adutls with a mental health diagnosis.  

 Essential Functions include:

    • Provide case management for an assigned group of clients including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team
    • Participate in client-centered comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history
    • Consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process
    • Provide on-call crisis intervention covering nighttime hours and serve as a backup to evening and weekend staff
    • Document client progress to maintain a record of client activity
    • Participate in daily staff organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings
    • Provide ongoing assessment of clients’ mental illness symptoms and clients’ response to treatment.  Make appropriate changes in treatment plans to ensure immediate and appropriate interventions are provided in response to changes in mental status or behavior which put clients at risk (e.g., suicidality)
    • Provide symptom education to enable clients to identify their mental illness symptoms
    • Participate in the provision of rehabilitation services, treatment, and supportive interventions
    • Assist clients to find and maintain a safe and affordable place to live – apartment search, roommate search, landlord negotiations, cleaning, furnishing and decorating, and procuring necessities
    • Assist and support clients to carry out personal hygiene and grooming tasks
    • Provide nutrition education and assistance with meal planning, grocery shopping, and food preparation
    • Ensure clients have adequate financial support (e.g., help to gain employment or apply for entitlements)
    • Teach money-management skills (e.g., budgeting and bill paying) and assist clients in accessing financial services (e.g., professional financial counseling, emergency loan sources)
    • Help clients to access reliable transportation (e.g., obtain a driver’s license and car, arrange for cabs, access bus line, find rides)
    • Assist and support clients to have and effectively use a personal primary care physician, dentist, and other medical specialists as required
    • Provide side-by-side support and coaching to help clients socialize

 Qualifications include:

  • Travel is a requirement of the position; valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle are required
  • Must meet Mental Health Practitioner status per the State of Minnesota in at least one of the following ways: 
    • Holds a master's or other graduate degree in behavioral sciences or related fields. OR
    • Has at least 2,000 hours (approximately one year working full-time) of work experience in the delivery of mental health services. OR
    • Has completed at least 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of coursework in Behavioral Sciences or related fields AND has completed a practicum or internship that required direct interaction with adults or children served, and was focused on behavioral sciences or related fields.

Compensation &  Benefits include:

  • A wage of $25.50/ hour
  • Health, Dental, Disability and Life insurance with other additional voluntary options for spousal life, short term disability, accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness plans
  • Health Savings account with employer contribution
  • 401K with employer match
  • Generous paid time off (1st - 3rd year, full-time employees earn 19 days/152 hours per year. Increases with longevity!) 
  • Nine holidays observed per year as follows: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day and a Weather Float Day.
  • Supportive of time off for a healthy work/life balance 
  • Bereavement Pay
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Paid Supervision if working toward independent licensure

Northern Pines Mental Health Center is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. Please submit a resume and cover letter if interested in applying.

Keywords: Mental Health, Practitioner, Mental Health Practitioner, Mental Health Crisis, Mental Health Crisis Response, Crisis Response, Mobile Crisis Outreach, Non-profit, Community, Social Work, Minnesota

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