Mental Health Specialist II

Dungarvin • Oakdale, MN

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About The Position

Dungarvin is hiring a Mental Health Specialist II to provide direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental health needs, including people with intellectual or developmental disabilities or complex medical needs. The role uses person-centered approaches focused on safety, skill-building, positive engagement, and supporting individuals to live as independently as possible. Staff follow behavior and treatment plans, crisis-prevention strategies, de-escalation techniques, and trained manual-restraint procedures. The position also involves supporting daily living skills, maintaining a safe and structured home, assisting with transportation and community activities, documenting services and observations in electronic systems, monitoring behavioral and health changes, and coordinating with supervisors, families, and other support professionals. Full-time and part-time opportunities and a variety of schedules are available.

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.
• At least 18 years of age; some programs require employees to be at least 21.
• 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, including documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in crisis situations and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong problem-solving, consistency, time-management, and independent prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, person-centered support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental health needs.
• Follow behavior support plans, treatment plans, crisis-prevention strategies, de-escalation techniques, and trained manual-restraint procedures.
• Assist with daily living skills, household cleaning, activities, transportation, and community engagement.
• Maintain a clean, safe, structured living environment and follow emergency procedures and individual support protocols.
• Document services, behavioral observations, health concerns, and program activities in electronic systems, including T-logs, Therap, and health tracking tools.
• Monitor behavioral changes, recognize escalation indicators, 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.
• Participate in team meetings, provide feedback on individuals’ needs, and help train new staff while modeling professional behavior.
• Collaborate with team members and external partners, including case managers, law enforcement, and mental health professionals.

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
• PTO donation options
• National brand discounts
• Employee referral program
• Access to Tapcheck to receive 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED