In-Community Supports - Mental Health Specialist II

A Little About Us

At Dungarvin, we are more than a national provider of support services—we are a mission-driven organization rooted in respect, inclusion, and person-centered care. Since 1976, we have been committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, and complex medical needs.

Dungarvin’s mission is simple yet powerful: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports.  This mission guides everything we do—from the way we build individualized service plans to how we engage with families, teams, and communities. We believe each person deserves to direct their own life, and we work to ensure their voices are heard and honored.

Operating across fifteen states, our team members—from direct support professionals to administrative staff—share a common purpose: to empower people with disabilities to live meaningful lives, on their own terms. Through Medicaid and Community Support Waivers, we deliver flexible, high-quality services tailored to each individual’s goals, values, and aspirations.

Join our Dungarvin family and help us make a lasting impact—one person, one voice, one choice at a time.

Wages for this role start at $21.00

Job Description

We are seeking compassionate Mental Health Specialists to work with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnosis. The people we support may have behavioral, or medical complexities and reside in an apartment-style setting. 

What You Get to Do: 

• Provide hands-on and/or verbal assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
• Assist individuals with daily activities like personal care, meal preparation, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry, all while fostering independence.
• Maintain a clean, safe space that ensures comfort and support while helping individuals reach their personal goals.
• Provide supervision, positive reinforcement, and guidance to help individuals achieve their aspirations.
• Build relationships with persons served and teammates.
• Attend community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
• Work on tailored outcomes for individuals and work with behavioral guidance plans as needed per person served.
• Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.
• Empower people with disabilities to live life to the fullest.
• Document progress, milestones, and action steps.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older to work in residential adult programs and must be at least 21 years or older to work in child foster care homes.
• Minimum of three years’ experience working with persons with challenging physical and/or verbal aggressions and/or property destruction and/ or self-injurious behaviors.
• Prefer experience working with persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Experience working with Mental Health/Illness is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record as determined by Dungarvin policy. (Proof of valid DL is required).
• Current auto liability insurance.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Ability to perform personal cares.
• Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members. 

Additional Information

• 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

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

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 Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

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