Mental Health Specialist II

Dungarvin•Brooklyn Center, MN

About The Position

Dungarvin is hiring a Mental Health Specialist II to provide direct, person-centered support to people with intensive behavioral and mental health needs, including individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities or complex medical needs. The role focuses on safety, skill-building, positive engagement, and supporting people to live as independently as possible. Full-time and part-time opportunities with a variety of schedules are available. The listed starting wage is $21–$24 per hour. The specialist follows individual behavior support and treatment plans, crisis-prevention strategies, and safety protocols. The role also includes supporting daily living skills, household tasks, activities, transportation, appointments, community engagement, and medication administration tasks as allowed. Specialists document services and observations using electronic systems, monitor and communicate changes in behavior or health, and collaborate with supervisors, team members, families, and external partners. Paid training and orientation are provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience working with individuals with chronic and severe mental illness, or a degree in a mental-health-related field.
Must be at least 18 years old; some programs require employees to be at least 21 years old.
Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
Basic computer skills and ability to use electronic documentation systems.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and safely manage physically demanding situations.
Ability to follow behavior support plans, treatment plans, functional assessments, and person-centered plans.
Ability to use crisis prevention, de-escalation, redirection, and manual restraints as trained.
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills, including documentation.
Ability to work effectively in crisis situations and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to collaborate with team members and external partners, including case managers, law enforcement, and mental health professionals.
Strong problem-solving, consistency, time-management, and independent prioritization skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Behavioral Specialist, Behavioral Technician, or Mental Health Specialist.

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.
Follow behavior support plans, treatment plans, crisis-prevention strategies, de-escalation techniques, and trained manual restraint procedures.
Maintain a clean, safe, and structured living environment.
Assist with daily living skills, household cleaning, activities, transportation, and community engagement.
Document services, behavioral observations, health concerns, and program activities using electronic systems, including T-logs, Therap, and health tracking.
Monitor behavioral changes, identify indicators of escalation, and communicate proactively with supervisors and team members during crisis or safety situations.
Support family and personal contacts and assist with appointments and medication administration tasks as allowed.
Follow medical and nutrition plans, emergency procedures, protocols, and individual support plans.
Participate in team meetings and provide feedback about individuals’ needs.
Assist in training new staff and model positive, professional behavior.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees.
Supplemental insurance.
Life insurance.
401(k) with up to a 3% employer match.
Paid time off that increases with tenure, including PTO donation options.
National brand discounts.
Employee referral program.
Access to Tapcheck, allowing employees to access up to 50% of pay before payday.
Career growth opportunities.
Paid training and mentorship.
Mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel.
Paid training and orientation.