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Working Title: Clinical Director - Psychiatrist 2
Job Class: Psychiatrist 2
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID: 90290
• Location: Fergus Falls
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/03/2026
• Closing Date: 08/06/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment
• Division/Unit: Adult Mental Health / CBHH Psychiatry Dept
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $123.63 - $185.43 / hourly; $258,139 - $387,178 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: Union 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep

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.

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.

When you start a career with us, you may also be eligible for:

• Hiring Bonus! (Current State of Minnesota employees are not eligible)
• Student loan reimbursement for eligible positions
• Pension and retirement savings plan

Enjoy leading this 16-bed, state‑of‑the‑art, inpatient psychiatric treatment facility in beautiful Fergus Falls, Minnesota! In this rural healthcare setting, you will work alongside highly professional and dynamic staff to provide treatment to Minnesotans with an array of behavioral health needs. This is a small hospital that prides itself on being community‑based and providing treatment and programming within a person‑centered framework. We routinely involve the patient, their family, and multiple community resources in treatment planning and coordination.

The interdisciplinary treatment team is robust and includes Clinical Director/staff psychiatrist, advanced practice registered nurses, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and rehabilitation therapists. As the Clinical Director, you will treat patients directly and coordinate with the various disciplines to formulate treatment interventions tailored to your patients’ specific needs. This hospital is one in a network of six Community Behavioral Health Hospitals (CBHH) located throughout the state, enabling collaboration with colleagues, working with patients for an average of 30 days, and assisting in transition care to a robust outpatient network of services.

Minnesota has a long tradition of leadership in innovative health care delivery systems. Minnesota is an exciting place where psychiatrists can be part of bigger changes as well as doing quality clinical work with excellent supports.

• Our System is devoted to providing high-quality care for those who most need it
• Work/Life balance
• No third‑party billing issues

Our psychiatrists enjoy a collegial relationship with each other and with medical leadership. We support academic interests, and teaching opportunities are abundant. Additionally, educational opportunities for psychiatrists include on‑site CME, funding and leave for off‑site CME, as well as interdepartmental collaboration and consultation. Our Clinical Directors are providers first and are strong advocates for quality of care. The CBHH in Fergus Falls, situated northwest of the twin cities metro area in a beautiful vacation and lake region, is a great environment for finding work/life balance.

• Board eligible or board-certified psychiatrist
• An active unrestricted State of Minnesota medical license, or ability to obtain a State of Minnesota medical license

• Adult inpatient psychiatry experience
• Leadership and supervisory experience
• Interest in Severe and Persistent Mental Illnesses (SPMIs) Psychiatry
• Preferred candidates will have experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

Reference checks will be conducted to verify job‑related credentials, and a criminal background check will be performed before appointment.

DCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify for the program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.