Mental Health Specialist II - Acute Behavioral Services
Dungarvin, Brook Park, MN, United States
Overview
We’re currently hiring
Mental Health Specialist 2 (MHS2)
professionals to join our compassionate and dedicated teams in communities across Minnesota. These direct care roles are ideal for individuals with experience in mental health support and behavior management—just like you.
At Dungarvin, we are 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.
Why Dungarvin is the right fit: wages, schedules, benefits, and growth opportunities are designed to support our teams while helping the individuals we serve.
Role
Role: These are caregiver positions with an emphasis on mental health and behavior management supports.
Job Type and Schedule
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time.
Schedule: Various schedules available.
Responsibilities
Provide hands-on care: assist individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal prep, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry while fostering independence.
Daily support: help with everyday tasks including personal care, cooking, and transportation.
Behavioral and emotional support: use proven strategies to manage behaviors and support mental wellness.
Safe environment: maintain a clean, safe home and promote a positive, structured routine.
Mentorship and encouragement: act as a role model, encourage progress, offer support, and celebrate milestones.
Qualifications
Experience: at least 3 years working with individuals who exhibit challenging behaviors in caregiving or direct support roles.
Age: must be at least 18 years old (21+ for certain sites).
Education: high school diploma or GED.
Experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions or developmental disabilities.
Physical stamina: ability to stay on your feet, walk, stand, and regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
Transportation: valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Tech skills: basic computer skills for documenting care and tracking progress.
Communication: strong reading, writing, and verbal communication skills for documenting care and following support plans.
Benefits and Support
Fixed wage at
$24/hour
(FT employees may have access to benefits).
Flexible full-time and part-time schedules.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (FT employees).
Pet Insurance.
401(k) with up to 3% employer match after one year.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Donation Program.
Employee Assistance Program and supplemental insurance options.
Paid training, career growth and leadership development opportunities.
Early paycheck access through TapCheck.
National brand discounts and statewide opportunities across Minnesota.
Program Information
Our Acute Behavioral Services (ABS) group homes support individuals with complex mental health and behavioral needs. Staff receive training in behavioral support and crisis response to help maintain safety and promote goals in a structured environment.
Additional Information
Hours Worked: May be full-time or part-time with weekday and weekend hours. All positions may require working weekends and holidays. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on protected statuses as per federal and/or state law.
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We’re currently hiring
Mental Health Specialist 2 (MHS2)
professionals to join our compassionate and dedicated teams in communities across Minnesota. These direct care roles are ideal for individuals with experience in mental health support and behavior management—just like you.
At Dungarvin, we are 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.
Why Dungarvin is the right fit: wages, schedules, benefits, and growth opportunities are designed to support our teams while helping the individuals we serve.
Role
Role: These are caregiver positions with an emphasis on mental health and behavior management supports.
Job Type and Schedule
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time.
Schedule: Various schedules available.
Responsibilities
Provide hands-on care: assist individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal prep, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry while fostering independence.
Daily support: help with everyday tasks including personal care, cooking, and transportation.
Behavioral and emotional support: use proven strategies to manage behaviors and support mental wellness.
Safe environment: maintain a clean, safe home and promote a positive, structured routine.
Mentorship and encouragement: act as a role model, encourage progress, offer support, and celebrate milestones.
Qualifications
Experience: at least 3 years working with individuals who exhibit challenging behaviors in caregiving or direct support roles.
Age: must be at least 18 years old (21+ for certain sites).
Education: high school diploma or GED.
Experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions or developmental disabilities.
Physical stamina: ability to stay on your feet, walk, stand, and regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
Transportation: valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Tech skills: basic computer skills for documenting care and tracking progress.
Communication: strong reading, writing, and verbal communication skills for documenting care and following support plans.
Benefits and Support
Fixed wage at
$24/hour
(FT employees may have access to benefits).
Flexible full-time and part-time schedules.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (FT employees).
Pet Insurance.
401(k) with up to 3% employer match after one year.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Donation Program.
Employee Assistance Program and supplemental insurance options.
Paid training, career growth and leadership development opportunities.
Early paycheck access through TapCheck.
National brand discounts and statewide opportunities across Minnesota.
Program Information
Our Acute Behavioral Services (ABS) group homes support individuals with complex mental health and behavioral needs. Staff receive training in behavioral support and crisis response to help maintain safety and promote goals in a structured environment.
Additional Information
Hours Worked: May be full-time or part-time with weekday and weekend hours. All positions may require working weekends and holidays. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on protected statuses as per federal and/or state law.
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