Mental Health Specialist II — Direct Support & Growth

Dungarvin; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Training

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Tapcheck access

Job summary

Dungarvin is hiring a Mental Health Specialist II to provide direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental health needs. You will implement person-centered approaches, follow treatment plans, and assist with daily living tasks in a structured living environment.

The role requires adherence to safety protocols, active documentation, and collaboration with the team to monitor behavior changes and ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Follow behavior support plans, treatment plans, functional assessments, and person-centered plans.
• Use crisis prevention, de-escalation, redirection, and manual restraints as trained.
• Document services, observations, health concerns, and activities in electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental health needs.
• Support individuals per plans and crisis-prevention strategies.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment and assist with daily living tasks.

Skills

Behavioral plans knowledge

Crisis prevention

Communication

Documentation

Time management

Team collaboration

Independent prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Degree in mental-health-related field

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Dungarvin is hiring a Mental Health Specialist II to provide direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental health needs. You will implement person-centered approaches, follow treatment plans, and assist with daily living tasks in a structured living environment.

The role requires adherence to safety protocols, active documentation, and collaboration with the team to monitor behavior changes and ensure high-quality care.