Mental Health Specialist II

Join Our Passionate Team as a Mental Health Specialist II (MHS 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 across the country, 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.

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

• Starting Wage Range
  : $21-24/hr
• Generous Retention Bonus
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  May be eligible for up to $3000 bonus!
• Schedules
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  Variety of schedules available (All persons in this position should be prepared to work some weekend shifts and holidays.)
• Comprehensive Benefits
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  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
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  Access to career growth opportunities, paid training, and mentorship
• Mileage Reimbursement for travel
• Paid Training and Orientation
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  Training provided to ensure you’re equipped to handle challenging behaviors.

• Provide direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental health needs, while 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 cleaning 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.

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…