Mental Health Specialist II
About The Position
At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs. With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life. The Mental Health Specialist II (MHS II) provides hands-on care, assisting individuals with daily activities like personal care, meal prep, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry, all while fostering independence. The role involves supporting mental health and behavioral management, utilizing skills to help individuals overcome behavioral challenges and offering compassionate, person-centered care. Additionally, the MHS II is responsible for creating a safe and welcoming environment, maintaining a clean, safe space that ensures comfort and support while helping individuals reach their personal goals, and mentoring and guiding individuals through supervision, positive reinforcement, and guidance to help them achieve their aspirations.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience working with individuals who have challenging behaviors, such as physical or verbal aggression, property destruction, or self-injury.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and 21 years or older for some sites
- High School Diploma or GED
- Physical stamina to stay on your feet, walk, stand, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Basic computer skills for tracking progress and documentation.
- Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
Nice To Haves
- Passion for Helping Others: Experience with mental health conditions (e.g., bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide Hands-On Care: Assist individuals with daily activities like personal care, meal prep, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry, all while fostering independence.
- Support Mental Health & Behavioral Management: Utilize your skills to help individuals overcome behavioral challenges, offering compassionate, person-centered care.
- Create a Safe & Welcoming Environment: Maintain a clean, safe space that ensures comfort and support while helping individuals reach their personal goals.
- Mentor & Guide: Provide supervision, positive reinforcement, and guidance to help individuals achieve their aspirations.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance (for FT 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 (get 50% of your pay before payday)
- Access to career growth opportunities, paid training, and mentorship
- Mileage Reimbursement for travel
- Paid Training and Orientation: Training provided to ensure you’re equipped to handle challenging behaviors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
