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Innovative U 0f M--The Emily Program Dietetic Internship Launches in 2011
The University of Minnesota and The Emily Program are launching a new partnership to provide an intensive, comprehensive internship for aspiring dietitians.
Starting in 2011, the University of Minnesota–The Emily Program Dietetic Internship (U of M-TEP DI) will accept 15 interns for a 35-week (mid-August to mid-April), unpaid, full-time, competency-based program providing more than 1,300 hours of supervised learning.
This internship has a concentration area of eating disorders created by integrating a well established dietetic internship with a nationally renowned eating disorder treatment facility to create an innovative, diverse, and well rounded internship experience.
The collaborative alliance between the U of M’s Department of Food Science and Nutrition and The Emily Program combines a strong clinical component with other areas for enhanced learning.
Comprised of over 15 rotations, utilizing 35 sites in the Twin Cities metropolitan area, the internship has a remarkable variety of supervised experiences and training opportunities under the supervision of highly qualified preceptors.
- Affiliations include nine medical centers, four long-term care facilities, 11 foodservice management sites, seven community nutrition locations, and additional involvement within industry and school foodservice.
- Classes are built into the internship to further enhance the intern’s knowledge in additional specialty areas such as pediatrics and sports nutrition.
Dietitic students must complete a dietetic internship before applying for the Registration Examination for Dietitians. U of M–TEP DI Program graduates are eligible to take the Registration Examination established by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. They will also possess additional knowledge and skills as related to our concentration area of Eating Disorders.
The University of Minnesota – The Emily Program Dietetic Internship is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE), a specialized accrediting body of the American Dietetic Association, recognized by The Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and the United States Department of Education.
For more information or to learn about the admission and application process, visit http://fscn.cfans.umn.edu/education/U_of_M-TEP_DI/index.htm.
New Duluth Office Open
Our new Emily Program Duluth office is now open in the historic Weiland Block, which has been made over into modern office space. Located at 26 East Superior St., Suite 315, Duluth, MN 55802, our new space makes room for new staff, larger group rooms, a full kitchen and many other additions. Our phone number remains the same: 218.722.4180 so give us a call!
Take a look at the final stages of construction at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Saint-Paul-MN/The-Emily-Program/239232411051?v=photos&ref=nf#!/album.php?aid=184171&id=239232411051&ref=pb.
The most convenient parking in the the Technology Village lot (enter on East 1st St.), from where you can take the Skywalk to our new offices. Additional parking is available in the Fond du Luth ramp on Superior St.
Lead Nurse, Anna Westin House-Adolescent
Status: Hourly, Full-time
Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Position Summary:
- In addition to the regular Nurse duties list below, the Lead will have the following responsibilities:
- Act as a liaison between programming and nurse staff
- Evaluate areas for growth and change within the nurse position and ensure necessary measures are taken to implement said changes
- Be a resource that the nurse staff can go to as a first attempt when there are concerns in the house
- Assist in running meetings, as needed
- Ensure proper training of all new hires
- Provide performance feedback on nurse staff, as needed
Nurse Duties:
- Provide client care and assess and treat minor health problems appropriately
- Provide instruction, counseling, and education for the treatment of the illness or medicine
- Assists physician with basic information regarding examinations, special tests, procedures, and care
- Document assessments and diagnosis of patient health
- Act as a liaison between patient/family and the physician, staff, and outside care agencies
- Perform follow-ups including returning phone calls, processing lab result, compiling reports, and maintain paperwork
- Serve as a resource for staff. Participate in activities, workshops, and other educational opportunities
- Assist in development and implementation of new policies and procedures for the program
- Recognize and appropriately respond to emergencies
- Maintain patient care and confidentiality by protecting patient’s rights and resolving any concerns or complaints regarding the care
- Case manage health care plans for patients in special programs or facilities
- Support residents’ eating at mealtimes and snacks when needed
Qualifications:
- Licensure as an RN is required
- Graduate of an accredited course of study in nursing required
- 3+ years of experience in a lead or supervisory role; interest in being in a leadership role for the nurse staff members
- Demonstrated ability to communicate to all levels of the organization
HOW TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume.
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (preferred)
Mail to: Human Resources, The Emily Program, 2265 Como Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108
Fax: 651.621.8490
The position is open until filled. The Emily Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
What is an Eating Disorder?
Eating Disorders in Adolescents
Eating Disorder Facts
Anna Lamphere, M.A., L.I.C.S.W.
Dom Poulin, M.A.
Annet Zhuravel
Eating Disorder Assessment Tool For Family and Friends
How Can I Tell is there’s a Problem? This 7 question Self Scoring Tool for family or friends may help you:
- Does it seem to you that your loved one has lost control over how she or he eats?
- Does your loved one ever make him/herself sick because they feel uncomfortably full?
- Does your loved one believe she/he is fat, even when others say she/he is too thin?
- Do food and/or thoughts about food dominate your loved one’s life?
- Do thoughts about changing his/her body or weight dominate your loved one’s life?
- Are shared meals difficult because of your loved one’s eating behavior or comments about food, eating, or body image?
- Are you or others worried about your loved one’s weight?
In this informal survey, 2 or more "yes" answers strongly indicate the presence of disordered eating. (Adapted from the Scoff Questionnaire by Morgan, Reid & Lacy-BMJ, 1999.)
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Eating Disorder Assessment Tool
How can I tell if I have a problem with food or eating? Here’s a simple Self Scoring Assessment Tool.
Answer these 6 questions honestly:
- Do you feel like you sometimes lose or have lost control over how you eat?
- Do you ever make yourself sick because you feel uncomfortably full?
- Do you believe yourself to be fat, even when others say you are too thin?
- Does food or thoughts about food dominate your life?
- Do thoughts about changing your body or your weight dominate your life?
- Have others become worried about your weight?
In this informal survey, 2 or more "yes" answers strongly indicate the presence of disordered eating. Adapted from the Scoff Questionnaire by Morgan, Reid & Lacy-BMJ, 1999.
To schedule an assessment, or to get more information, Contact Us or call us now at 888.EMILY77 or 651.645.5323 and we can start this simple process together.
Dove “Onslaught” 1:20 min.
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Anne Quinn
Shaunna Heckman
Samantha Sorensen, Psy.D.
Kezia Gayan
Dietetic Technician Registered, Anna Westin House
Reports to: Clinical Nutrition Manager
Location: Anna Westin House – St. Paul, MN
Schedule: 2 evenings per week
Status: .5 FTE (20 hours per week); Hourly, Non-exempt
Position Summary:
The Dietetic Technician position at The Emily Program will work closely with clients/residents, their families, and staff (registered dietitians, therapists, and food service) to provide guidance and education on nutritional needs.
Duties:
- Participate in meals with clients/residents and their families; educate how to plan meals based on their nutritional needs.
- Develop nutrition education curriculum for various levels of care – residential, intensive programming and outpatient.
- Provide individual and/or group nutrition education.
- Coordinate the day-to-day ordering of food with the assigned meal plans.
- Works closely with food service to ensure proper meals for residential clients and intensive programs.
- Maintain the confidentiality of proprietary information and any client’s or employee’s medical, financial, or personal information, records, and data to which there is access.
- Attend staff meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Dietetic Technology or a Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics (without the internship) is required.
- Current DTR (dietetic technician registered) or willingness to become DTR within the first 6 months of employment is required.
- Experience and desire to work with families is required.
- One year of clinical or public health experience strongly preferred.
- Eating-disorder experience a plus.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume.
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (preferred)
Mail to: Human Resources, The Emily Program, 2265 Como Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108.
Fax: 651.621.8490
The position is open until filled. The Emily Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Laurie Mueller, M.S.W., L.I.C.S.W.
Lepha Johnson, M.A., L.M.H.C.
Emily Houghton, R.N.
Holly Merten, R.N.
Patti Suhr, M.S.W., L.G.S.W.
Angie Marsh
Amy Jung
Joan Krakowiak, M.S.W., L.I.C.S.W.
Christina Nerlien
Joan Testa, M.A., L.M.F.T.
Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Seattle, WA
Schedule: Part-time, Flexible
Location: Seattle, WA
Position Summary
The psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner is responsible for providing direct client service. The psychiatrist works with other Emily Program clinicians (therapists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and/or dietitians) in providing comprehensive treatment to the client.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducts client assessments and from assessment findings develops, implements, and coordinates services, and monitors and evaluates individualized treatment plans for those clients assigned to her or his caseload
- Evaluates and assesses clients’ need or options for medication management, prescribes medications, and monitors on a regular basis.
- Collaborates with the Emily Program staff and community professionals including physicians, therapists, social workers, dietitians, and community agencies in coordinating client care services and maintaining continuity of care
- Participates in client case conferences
- Maintains clinical records in compliance with the Emily Program policies and regulatory standards
- Maintains at all times the confidentiality of proprietary information and any client’s or employee’s medical, financial, or personal information, records, and data to which there is access
- Ensures compliance to Program policies, external regulatory standards and payor requirements
Qualifications
- Current license to practice medicine in the state of Washington. Board-certified (by the Washington Board of Medical Practice) in adult and/or child/adolescent psychiatry or through the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLE-RN).
- Passion for working with client with eating disorders.
- Related clinical experience/education in the assigned program(s) of care.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards governing care delivery and operations.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume.
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (preferred)
Mail to: Human Resources, The Emily Program, 2265 Como Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108.
Fax: 651.621.8490
The position is open until filled. The Emily Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Licensed Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Status: Open to full-time or part-time
Location: St. Paul
Schedule: Must be willing to work 2 evenings a week or 1 evening and a Saturday.
Position Summary:
The Licensed Drug & Alcohol Counselor is responsible for providing direct client service, including individual and group counseling for clients with ED/CD diagnosis. The LACD collaborates in a multi-disciplinary setting with other Emily Program clinicians to provide comprehensive treatment to the client and his or her family. This position has the potential of working in a couple different settings – outpatient and inpatient – and with adults, adolescents and their families with a ED/CD diagnosis.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct CD evaluations for adult and adolescent clients
- Maintain own caseload and facilitate group and individual therapy as needed
- Conducts assigned group counseling sessions
- Participates in client case conferences
- Attends regular staff meetings
- Maintains clinical records in compliance with the Emily Program policies and regulatory standards
- Assists directors in designing, promoting and evaluating Program service delivery models
- Supports quality assessment/peer review activities
- Maintains at all times the confidentiality of proprietary information and any client’s or employee’s medical, financial, or personal information, records, and data to which there is access
- Ensures compliance to Program policies, external regulatory standards and payor requirements
- Maintains and enhances knowledge of current clinical practice, strategies, and developments through participation in his or her professional organization; attending related seminars, workshops, and conferences; and reviewing the literature
- Prepares and submits accurate, timely billing records as per Program requirements
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Current licensure to practice within their clinical profession in the state of Minnesota – Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor required; dual licensure – LPCC, LMFT, LICSW strongly preferred.
- Related clinical experience/education in the assigned program(s) of care.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards governing care delivery and operations.
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Interest and experience working with adult and adolescent population preferred.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume.
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (preferred)
Mail to: Human Resources, The Emily Program, 2265 Como Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108.
Fax: 651.621.8490
The position is open until filled. The Emily Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Tracy Thompson, M.A.
Jocelyn (Jocey) Mathern, M.S., R.D., L.D.
Rose Betzler
Kelsey Huberty
Catherine Byrne, M.S.W., L.I.C.S.W.
Krista Lillehei, D.T.R.
Pay Online
Cori Stanek
Erin Barnes, R.D., L.D.
Jill Greseth, R.D., L.D.
Danae Widbin
Marie Thompson
Iliana Smith
Angie O’Shea, M.A., L.A.M.F.T.
Shelly Langford
Melissa Young
Angie Sovak, M.S.
Bevie LaBrie, B.A.
Michael S. Butchko, M.A.
Ryoka Kim, M.S.
Jodi Palmer M.A.
Amy Sauter, M.S., R.D., L.D.
Edie Kuss, R.Y.T.
Therapist, Outpatient Adolescent Services
Status: Full-time
Schedule: The schedule has some flexibility but we need individuals who are willing to work until 8:00 pm at least 2 nights per week or on Saturdays.
Location: St. Paul
Position Summary:
The therapist is responsible for providing direct client service, including individual, group, family or marital psychotherapy. The therapist collaborates in a multi-disciplinary setting with other Emily Program clinicians to provide comprehensive treatment to the client and his or her family.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducts client assessments and from assessment findings develops, implements, and coordinates services, and monitors and evaluates individualized treatment plans for those clients assigned to her or his caseload
- Conducts assigned group counseling sessions
- Collaborates with the Emily Program staff and community professionals including physicians, medical personnel, therapists, social workers, dietitians, and community agencies in coordinating client care services and maintaining continuity of care
- Identifies, supports, and evaluates clinical quality, cost, and client-satisfaction improvement initiatives; completes assigned studies, audits, and ongoing monitoring of performance indicators
- Maintains clinical records in compliance with the Emily Program policies and regulatory standards
- Maintains at all times the confidentiality of proprietary information and any client’s or employee’s medical, financial, or personal information, records, and data to which there is access
- Ensures compliance to Program policies, external regulatory standards and payor requirements
Qualifications:
- Must be LP ( PhD, PsyD or MA), LPCC, LMFT or LICSW in the state of Minnesota is required
- Must have individual & family psychotherapy experience; experience running psychotherapy groups preferred
- Related clinical experience (eating disorders) preferred
- Knowledge of regulatory standards governing care delivery and operations
- A passion for working with adolescents is a must
HOW TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume.
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (preferred)
Mail to: Human Resources, The Emily Program, 2265 Como Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108.
Fax: 651.621.8490
The position is open until filled. The Emily Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Carly Weiss
Carey Erkel, M.A.
Danielle Harms
Krystle Jacobsen, M.A.
Jennifer Gubash, R.N.
Margo Watkins, R.D
Patricia Long-Brohm, M.S.W., L.I.C.S.W.
Kristen R Myers, Psy.D., Dr.PH, L.P.
Brian Otten
Lucy Fagan, R.D., L.D.
Erin Kelly, M.A., L.P.C.
Therapist, St. Louis Park & St. Paul
Status: Full-time and Part-time
Schedule: The schedule has some flexibility but we need individuals who are willing to work until 8:00 pm at least 2 nights per week or on Saturdays.
Position Summary
The therapist is responsible for providing direct client service, including individual, group, family or marital psychotherapy. The therapist collaborates in a multi-disciplinary setting with other Emily Program clinicians to provide comprehensive treatment to the client and his or her family.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducts client assessments and from assessment findings develops, implements, and coordinates services, and monitors and evaluates individualized treatment plans for those clients assigned to her or his caseload
- Conducts assigned group counseling sessions
- Collaborates with the Emily Program staff and community professionals including physicians, medical personnel, therapists, social workers, dietitians, and community agencies in coordinating client care services and maintaining continuity of care
- Identifies, supports, and evaluates clinical quality, cost, and client-satisfaction improvement initiatives; completes assigned studies, audits, and ongoing monitoring of performance indicators
- Maintains clinical records in compliance with the Emily Program policies and regulatory standards
- Maintains at all times the confidentiality of proprietary information and any client’s or employee’s medical, financial, or personal information, records, and data to which there is access
- Ensures compliance to Program policies, external regulatory standards and payor requirements
Qualifications
- Current licensure to practice within their clinical profession in the state of Minnesota is required
- LICSW or LMFT is required but also will accept PsyD, PhD or MA Licensed Psychologist
- Experience practicing psychotherapy a plus
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Knowledge of regulatory standards governing care delivery and operations
HOW TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume (include if you are looking for full-time or part-time).
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (preferred)
Mail to: Human Resources, The Emily Program, 2265 Como Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108.
Fax: 651.621.8490
The position is open until filled. The Emily Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Tara Cindy Sherman, ERYT 500
Anna Fox, Psy.D.
Lindsey Turk, MS
Becky Mallinger, RN, PHN
St. Paul (2230 Como)/Anna Westin House-Adolescent
LPN (casual), Anna Westin House
Reports to: Program Coordinator, Anna Westin House
Position Summary:
Provide nursing care to clients in a residential setting at the Anna Westin House.
Casual nurses fill shifts unable to be covered by regular nurses due to illness, vacations, holidays and/or other open shifts needing coverage. Casual nurses also may pick up open day, evening, or overnight shifts as they are available. Casual positions are required to work at least one holiday per year with the option of picking up more holiday shifts if they are available. Casual positions do not accrue PTO, Holiday Hours, Education Money and/or Education Hours.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide client care and assess and treat minor health problems appropriately
- Provide instruction, counseling, and education for the treatment of the illness or medicine
- Assists physician with basic information regarding examinations, special tests, procedures, and care
- Document assessments and diagnosis of patient health
- Act as a liaison between patient/family and the physician, staff, and outside care agencies
- Perform follow-ups including returning phone calls, processing lab result, compiling reports, and maintain paperwork
- Serve as a resource for staff. Participate in activities, workshops, and other educational opportunities
- Assist in development and implementation of new policies and procedures for the program
- Recognize and appropriately respond to emergencies
- Maintain patient care and confidentiality by protecting patient’s rights and resolving any concerns or complaints regarding the care
- Case manage health care plans for patients in special programs or facilities
- Support residents’ eating at mealtimes and snacks when needed
- Perform other tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
- Must have 4000 hours in the delivery of Mental Health services or an Associates degree in Behavioral Health.
- Graduate of an accredited course of study in nursing required
- Interest in working with clients with eating disorders
HOW TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume.
Email: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (preferred)
Mail to: Human Resources, The Emily Program, 2265 Como Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108
Fax: 651.621.8490
The position is open until filled. The Emily Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).