In-Community Supports - Mental Health Specialist II

Dungarvin • Lakeville, MN

125d • $21

About The Position

We are seeking compassionate Mental Health Specialists to work with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnosis. The people we support may have behavioral, or medical complexities and reside in an apartment-style setting. This is not a residential group home role.

Requirements

• 18 years or older to work in residential adult programs and must be at least 21 years or older to work in child foster care homes.
• Minimum of three years’ experience working with persons with challenging physical and/or verbal aggressions and/or property destruction and/or self-injurious behaviors.
• Prefer experience working with persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Experience working with Mental Health/Illness is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record as determined by Dungarvin policy.
• Current auto liability insurance.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Ability to perform personal cares.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on and/or verbal assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
• Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
• Attend community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
• Work on tailored outcomes for individuals and work with behavioral guidance plans as needed per person served.
• Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.
• Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
• Document progress, milestones, and action steps.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 K plan
• Paid Time Off accrual - employees who work 40 hours in a 2-week period.
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Scheduled pay increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Job mobility options within Dungarvin 15 states of services
• Dedicated training department with paid training

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees