DHS Staff Report
The State Advisory Council on Mental Health has the following openings:
• A county social services director
• A county commissioner for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area
• An adult with a serious mental illness who is receiving or has received mental health services
• A family member of an adult with a mental illness
• A representative from the discipline of marriage and family therapy
• A representative from the discipline of professional clinical counseling
The deadline for applications is July 24, although applications may be considered after that time if the position has not been filled. Any Minnesotan is eligible for membership. Appointments are made by the State Advisory Council based on qualifications for service and the council’s need for statewide representation. Terms are for four years by the appointment of the governor.
The State Advisory Council was created by state and federal law to provide recommendations on mental health services to state departments, the governor and the Legislature. The law requires the council to have a children’s subcommittee that provides advice about policies, programs and services affecting children with emotional disturbances. Mental health services helps thousands of people throughout the state reach their goals.
The council and subcommittee meet on the first Thursday of the month in St. Paul. In addition to reimbursement for travel, lodging and meal expense, there is a per diem payment of $55 per meeting.
For an application or more information, visit http://mentalhealth.dhs.state.mn.us/ or contact Bruce Weinstock at 651-431-2249 or Bruce.Weinstock@state.mn.us.
