Mental Health Specialist II - Acute Behavioral Services

Dungarvin • North Branch, MN • 1d ago

North Branch, MN, USA

Full-time

Company Description

Join Our Passionate Team as a Mental Health Specialist II - Make a Lasting Impact Every Day!

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 17 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.

Why Dungarvin?

As part of our team, you'll enjoy a range of exciting benefits and opportunities:

Fixed Starting Rate: $24/hr.

Retention Bonus! May be eligible for up to $2000 bonus!

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance (for FT employees), Supplemental Insurance, Life Insurance, and more!

Retirement Savings: 401(k) with up to a 3% employer match

Paid Time Off that increases with tenure; Including PTO Donation options

Employee Perks: National Brand Discounts, Employee Referral Program, and access to Tapcheck (get 50% of your pay before payday)

Growth & Development: 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.

Job Description

About the Program:

Our Acute Behavioral Services (ABS) group homes support individuals with complex mental health and behavioral needs. Many of the people we serve have experienced frequent crises, hospital stays, or legal involvement. They may have a history of failed placements and need a highly structured environment to succeed.

Our homes are specially designed for safety, and our approach is consistent, person-centered, and focused on helping individuals reach their goals while maintaining safety for everyone. Due to the challenging nature of this work, staff receive training in behavioral support and crisis response, including the use of manual restraints when necessary.

What You'll Do:

Provide direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental-health needs, using person-centered approaches focused on safety, skill-building, and positive engagement.

Support individuals in accordance with behavior support plans, treatment plans, crisis-prevention strategies, de-escalation techniques, and manual restraint procedures as trained.

Maintain a clean, safe, structured living environment; assist with daily living skills, household tasks, activities, transportation, and community engagement.

Accurately document services, behavioral observations, health concerns, and program activities using electronic systems (T-logs, Therap, health tracking).

Monitor behavioral changes, identify escalation indicators, and communicate proactively with supervisors and team members during crisis or safety situations.

Support family and personal contacts, assist with appointments, medication administration tasks (as allowed), and follow all medical and nutrition plans.

Participate in team meetings, provide feedback on individuals' needs, and assist in training new staff while modeling positive, professional behavior.

Maintain home safety, follow emergency procedures, and ensure compliance with protocols and individual support plans.

Qualifications

Required (Must-Have)

High school diploma or GED

3 years minimum 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 of age; some programs require employees to be 21 years of age or older

Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance

Basic computer skills and ability to use electronic documentation systems

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Ability to safely manage physically demanding situations

Skills & Abilities

Follow behavior support plans, treatment plans, functional assessments, and person-centered plans

Use crisis prevention, de-escalation, redirection, and manual restraints as trained

Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally, including documentation

Work effectively in crisis situations and exercise sound judgment

Collaborate with team members and external partners (case managers, law enforcement, mental health professionals)

Demonstrate strong problem-solving, consistency, time-management, and independent prioritization skills

If you're passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you! At Dungarvin, we support one another and provide the training and tools you need to succeed. Join our team and help us empower individuals to lead their best lives.

Apply Today-Be Part of Something Truly Special!

Additional Information

We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

Retention Bonus:

The retention bonus is not applicable for current Dungarvin employees.

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