Mental Health Specialist II - Acute Behavioral Services

Job Description

Company Description

Retention bonusses up to $3,000 offered at select locations

At Dungarvin, we are creating something special. As an industry leader for over 45 years, we are looking to add compassionate and caring individuals to our staff who strive to provide the “best-in-class” care for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Do you have a passion for helping others establish a secure, positive environment that nurtures their needs, self-expression, and goals?

Are you looking to make a difference? Are you creative and solution-focused?

Are you interested in growing in a job where you can grow with a company and develop a career path? If so, we want you on our team!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.00-24.00 per hour

Schedule:

Day Shift

Evening shift

Night Shift

Weekends

Work Location: In person

WHY WORK HERE:

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees

Supplemental Insurance

Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance for full-time employees

401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services

PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees

PTO Donation

Growth and Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

National Brand Discounts

TapCheck – access up to 50% of your pay before payday

PAID training and orientationJob Description

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Mental Health Specialist II (MHS2) work in our Acute Behavioral Services (ABS) programs. These are highly specialized programs in which we serve individuals with intensive, interfering behavioral and mental health needs. The persons receiving these services have many of the following characteristics: previously placed in a highly restricted facility, high incidence of crisis situations, high behaviors or anti-social issues, multiple hospitalizations/commitments/ institutional stays, history of law enforcement involvement due to behaviors, and multiple failed placements. These group homes have been significantly modified to eliminate safety concerns. Consistency and routine are key factors in the proven success of these programs. Because of the complex/high level behaviors, MHS2's are provided training for manual restraints and will experience mental, emotional, and physical manipulation from the person we support. Staff may be exposed to severe verbal aggression that may include disparaging remarks, racial slurs and swearing. ABS programs utilize a person-centered approach to creating a program that focuses on supporting a person to reach their goals while still considering the safety of the individual, staff, and the community.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The MHS II is responsible to provide direct care and direct supports to each person served according to his/ her needs. This includes intense interfering behavioral health management, assisting in maintaining a clean, safe living environment, assisting and training on daily living skills, transportation and support while promoting a person-centered approach. These are care giver positions with an emphasis on mental health and behavior management support. Past experience in direct support professional roles as well as behavior technician would be similar in responsibilities.Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old, 21 years old for some sites

High School Diploma or GED

3 years of experience working with mental illness- Experience with behavior management a plus!

Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is required

Current auto liability insurance

Reliable transportation

Must be physically fit and be able to stand, squat, bend, or walk for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50lbs is necessary.

Basic computer skills.

Additional Information

Hours Worked

• May be full-time or part-time, with a mixture of weekday and weekend hours. The specific number and times of scheduled hours should be set upon hiring. All persons in this position should be prepared to work weekends and holidays.

WHY THIS JOB?

Positively change the lives of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities as well as their families.

If you’ve ever felt the need to help someone along their path to success, then consider a career helping intellectually disabled individuals. You’ll come to understand how you can help them achieve their hopes and dreams while trying to protect them from judgment when the outside world doesn’t understand. You’ll not only be their therapist, but you’ll also be their cheerleader.

Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. At Dungarvin, we believe in hiring talent from a wide variety of backgrounds which makes our organization stronger.

5/1/2025

Part-time