Mental Health Specialist II — Direct Care, Growth & Training

Dungarvin; Grand Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed starting rate $24/hr

Retention bonus up to $3,000

Medical, Vision, Dental, Life

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Mileage reimbursement

Paid training

Job summary

Dungarvin in Minnesota is seeking a Mental Health Specialist II to support individuals with complex needs in our ABS homes. You will provide direct care, implement behavior support plans, and document activities in electronic systems.

You'll join a mission-driven team, receive paid training, and enjoy comprehensive benefits. This role requires at least a high school diploma or GED and 3 years of related experience or a mental-health degree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years experience with individuals with chronic and severe mental illness OR degree in mental-health field.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental-health needs, using person-centered approaches focused on safety, skill-building, and positive engagement.
• Support individuals in accordance with behavior support plans, treatment plans, crisis-prevention strategies, de-escalation techniques, and manual restraint procedures 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, follow emergency procedures, and ensure compliance with protocols and individual support plans.

Education

High School diploma or GED

3 years minimum experience with individuals with chronic and severe mental illness OR degree in mental-health field

Job description

Dungarvin in Minnesota is seeking a Mental Health Specialist II to support individuals with complex needs in our ABS homes. You will provide direct care, implement behavior support plans, and document activities in electronic systems.

You'll join a mission-driven team, receive paid training, and enjoy comprehensive benefits. This role requires at least a high school diploma or GED and 3 years of related experience or a mental-health degree.