Mental Health Specialist 1 / Behavior Tech / DSP

2 Weeks ago • 2 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Mental Health Specialist, you will provide hands-on care by assisting individuals with daily activities, and supporting their mental health and behavioral management. You will create a safe and welcoming environment and offer guidance to help individuals achieve their personal goals. The role requires you to provide compassionate, person-centered care, support individuals overcoming behavioral challenges, and maintain a clean and safe space. This involves mentoring and guiding individuals, and providing positive reinforcement to help them achieve their aspirations. You'll work with individuals who need assistance, or have intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs.
Must have:
  • Provide hands-on care and support daily activities.
  • Support mental health and behavioral management.
  • Create a safe and welcoming environment.
  • Provide guidance to help individuals achieve goals.
  • At least 2 years of experience in related field
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  • Basic computer skills for tracking progress and documentation.
Perks:
  • Fixed Rate: $20.00/hr
  • Part-time schedules available (with weekend and holiday shifts)
  • 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

Job Details

Company Description

Join Our Passionate Team as a Mental Health Specialist (MHS I) – 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 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.

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

  • Fixed Rate: $20.00/hr
  • Schedules: Part-time schedules available (All persons in this position should be prepared to work some weekend shifts and holidays.)
  • 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

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.
  • 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.

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Table:

  • At least 2 years of experience working with individuals who have challenging behaviors, such as physical or verbal aggression, property destruction, or self-injury.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Passion for Helping Others: Experience with mental health conditions (e.g., bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety) is a plus.
  • 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 Behavioral Specialist, Behavioral Technician, or Mental Health Specialist, 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

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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