Temporary Dct Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Class: Human Services Technician

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

Job ID: 95977

Location: Fergus Falls

Telework Eligible: No

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 07/31/2026

Closing Date: 08/06/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Fergus Falls AFSCME

Division/Unit: Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CBHH Fergus Falls MHPA/HST

Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift / 6:30am-3:00pm; 2:00pm-10:30pm

Days of Work: Varies; may include weekends and holidays

Travel Required: Yes; less than 5% for off-site meetings and to transport clients according to their treatment plans

Salary Range: $21.59 - $28.94 / hourly

Classified Status: Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

Work Area: CBHH Fergus Falls

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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.

Human Service Technicians may be eligible for a hiring incentive up to $2,500.

Human Services Technician is a direct care role within the state-operated Community Behavioral Health Hospital (CBHH) in Fergus Falls. The CBHH provides short-term, acute inpatient psychiatric services in a 16-bed community-based setting. Natural support structures are incorporated into treatment by serving patients as close as possible to their home communities.

As a Human Services Technician, you will have the following responsibilities:

• Facilitate admission and discharge functions.
• Provide optimal physical and mental health care (according to the scope of this position) so that optimal health and outcomes can be achieved and maintained.
• Maintain an acceptable environment of care.
• Participate as a member of the integrated treatment team in the development/implementation of individual patient behavioral treatment plans and by promoting illness management and recovery process.
• Perform delegated treatments and procedures within policy.
• Maintain a hazard-free environment through awareness of safety standards and response to emergency calls so that major crises may be prevented and/or handled appropriately.
• Perform housekeeping tasks so that a healthful and aesthetic environment is maintained.
• Actively participate in and assist with the collection, organization of monitoring and evaluation data as requested so that patient care services are continuously maintained and improved.
• Participate in in-service training and quality improvement activities so that the best possible care is provided to patients.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand/follow directions and to maintain records/documentation.
• Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide direction to service recipients.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Patient care experience within a mental health or behavioral health setting.
• Experience working in a hospital setting.

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.

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 careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.