Mental Health Specialist II — Acute Behavioral Care

Dungarvin; Monticello (MN); Sur place; USD 15 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Vision & Dental

401(k) plan

PTO with tenure

Discount programs

Paid training

Mileage reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Dungarvin is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Specialist II for Acute Behavioral Services in Minnesota. You will provide direct support to individuals with complex mental health needs, implement behavior and treatment plans, document observations, and work within a structured home environment to promote independence and safety.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, crisis prevention, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 years minimum of experience working with individuals with chronic and severe mental illness OR a degree in a mental-health–related field.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use electronic documentation systems.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental-health needs, using person-centered approaches focused on safety, skill-building, and positive engagement.
• Implement behavior support plans, treatment plans, crisis-prevention strategies, de-escalation techniques, and manual restraints as trained.
• Maintain a clean, safe, structured living environment; assist with daily living skills, household tasks, activities, transportation, and community engagement.
• Accurately document services, behavioral observations, health concerns, and program activities using electronic systems (T-logs, Therap, health tracking).
• Monitor behavioral changes, identify escalation indicators, and communicate proactively with supervisors and team members during crisis or safety situations.
• Support family and personal contacts, assist with appointments, medication administration tasks (as allowed), and follow all medical and nutrition plans.
• Participate in team meetings, provide feedback on individuals’ needs, and assist in training new staff while modeling positive, professional behavior.
• Maintain home safety, complete minor maintenance tasks, follow emergency procedures, and ensure compliance with protocols and individual support plans.

Connaissances

Behavioral support

Crisis de-escalation

Documentation

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

Electronic documentation systems

Description du poste

Dungarvin is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Specialist II for Acute Behavioral Services in Minnesota. You will provide direct support to individuals with complex mental health needs, implement behavior and treatment plans, document observations, and work within a structured home environment to promote independence and safety.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, crisis prevention, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.