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Mental Health Coordinator I / Lead Mental Health Specialist

  • Brooklyn Center, MN
  • REF2705G-970
  • Full-time
  • Associate
  • What You'll Do:

    • Provide Hands-On Care: Assist individuals with daily activities like personal care, meal prep, and transportation, all while fostering independence.
    • Support Mental Health & Behavioral Management: Utilize your skills to help individuals overcome behavioral challenges, offering compassionate, person-centered care. Work on tailored outcomes for individuals and work with behavioral guidance plans as needed. 
    • 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. Assist with staff scheduling, maintain consisistency in programming, individual care, and communication with staff and support team members. 
    • Household Management: Coordinate a variety of services including individual finances, activities, program services, family involvement, educational/vocational programs, health care/nutrition and household management. 

    What You Bring to the Table:

    • At least 2 years of experience in delivery of significant behavioral health services.  Must be able to demonstrate de-escalation techniques, conflict resolution, positive support methods and person-centered approach.
    • At least 1 year of lead staff experience in residential services or a two-year degree in a related field.
    • Need the ability to understand and implement behavior support plans (BSP), treatment plans, functional assessments, individualized support plans (ISP), and person-centered plans.
    • Must be at least 18 years of age
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Passion for Helping Others: Experience with mental health conditions (e.g., bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety) 
    • 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.

    If you're passionate about making a difference and have experience as a Mental Health Coordinator or Specialist, Behavioral Specialist, Behavioral Technician, 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!

    At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, diverse team. 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 affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Veterans encouraged to apply.

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    A Day in the Life of a Mental Health Specialist

    Benefits

    We provide a workplace that offers:

    All employees are eligible for:

    • Professional development opportunities
    • 401(k) with employer match for eligible employees
    • Paid Time Off

    Full time Employees additionally eligible for:

    • Medical, dental and vision insurance
    • Voluntary supplemental benefits including auto, home and pet insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Pretax options available to help cover out of pocket medical and dependent care expenses