Asleep Mental Health Specialist II / DSP

1 Month ago • 3 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Asleep Mental Health Specialist II provides direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and complex needs. Responsibilities include managing intense behavioral health needs, maintaining a safe environment, assisting with daily living skills, and providing transportation and support while promoting a person-centered approach. This role involves working in programs with individuals who have intensive behavioral and mental health needs, potentially involving physical and emotional manipulation. The Specialist will work with individuals with histories of high crisis situations and require a strong understanding of behavior management. The role also includes a need to work weekends and holidays.

Must have:

Must be at least 18 years old (21 for some sites).
High School Diploma or GED is required.
3 years of experience working with mental illness.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Reliable transportation is required.
Must be physically fit; able to lift 50lbs.

Good to have:

Experience with behavior management is a plus.
Basic computer skills.

Perks:

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance for FT employees
Supplemental Insurance
Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees.
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
401 K plan
Paid Time Off accrual
PTO Donation
Growth and Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Scheduled pay increases
Employee Assistance Program
Mileage reimbursement
Job mobility options within Dungarvin 15 states of services
Dedicated training department with paid training

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Job Details

Company Description

Wage starts at $11.13 (minimum wage for sleep shifts)

Retention bonusses up to $3,000 offered at select locations

Are you looking for a second job? Part time work? Additional income? A job that allows you to get paid while sleeping? We've got the job for you! Working an asleep overnight position will help you to gain experience in the field, be able to work while still getting your much needed rest, and have the ability to pick up day, evening or awake overnight hours around your schedule. Asleep hours are paid at minimum wage, however any awake hours worked are at a rate of $21-24/hourly.

This a great option for college students, stay at home parents, anyone interested in a second or part time job, challenging day time schedules and anyone looking to gain more experience in disabilities services.

Full time and Part time schedules available

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 15 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.

Company Perks/Benefits:

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
Supplemental Insurance
Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees.
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
401 K plan
Paid Time Off accrual - employees who work 40 hours in a 2-week period.
PTO Donation
Growth and Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Scheduled pay increases
Employee Assistance Program
Mileage reimbursement
Job mobility options within Dungarvin 15 states of services
Dedicated training department with paid training

Dungarvin assists people with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, autism and/or mental health diagnosis in a variety of programs with a focus on person centered practices. We encourage people served to explore their dreams while our employees provide support in making meaningful decisions and providing active treatment at each opportunity.

Job Description

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Mental Health Specialist II (MHS2) work in our Acute Behavioral Services (ABS) programs. These are highly specialized programs in which we serve individuals with intensive, interfering behavioral and mental health needs. The persons receiving these services have many of the following characteristics: previously placed in a highly restricted facility, high incidents of crisis situations, high behaviors or anti-social issues, multiple hospitalizations/commitments/ institutional stays, history of law enforcement involvement due to behaviors, and multiple failed placements. These group homes have been significantly modified to eliminate safety concerns. Consistency and routine are key factors in the proven success of these programs. Because of the complex/high level behaviors, MHS2's are provided training for manual restraints and will experience mental, emotional, and physical manipulation from the person we support. Staff may be exposed to severe verbal aggression that may include disparaging remarks, racial slurs and swearing. ABS programs utilize a person-centered approach to creating a program that focuses on supporting a person to reach their goals while still considering the safety of the individual, staff, and the community.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The MHS II is responsible to provide direct care and direct supports to each person served according to his/ her needs. This includes intense interfering behavioral health management, assisting in maintaining a clean, safe living environment, assisting and training on daily living skills, transportation and support while promoting a person-centered approach. These are care giver positions with an emphasis on mental health and behavior management support. Past experience in direct support professional roles as well as behavior technician would be similar in responsibilities.

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old, 21 years old for some sites
High School Diploma or GED
3 years of experience working with mental illness- Experience with behavior management a plus!
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is required
Current auto liability insurance
Reliable transportation
Must be physically fit and be able to stand, squat, bend, or walk for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50lbs is necessary.
Basic computer skills.

Additional Information

Hours Worked:
May be full-time or part-time, with a mixture of weekday and weekend hours. All persons in this position should be prepared to work weekends and holidays.

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. 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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6/5/25