Job Description

The MHS II is responsible to provide direct services and 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 supervision while promoting a person centered approach.

The MHS II is responsible to work cooperatively with the supervisor and peers in the development and implementation of behavioral support plans and protocols.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED Certificate and a minimum of three years’ experience in the delivery of mental health services or related conditions to recipients with chronic and severe mental illness such as bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorder, schizoaffective disorder, severe depression, dissociative identity disorder, intermittent explosive disorder, anxiety, brain injuries, and other related conditions. Or must have a degree in a mental health related field or combination of both experience and education.
• Ability to perform all functions of Positive Behavior Supports (PST) as trained, which includes the emergency use of manual restraints.
• Ability to understand and implement behavior support plans, treatment plans, functional assessments, individualized support plans, program protocols, and person-centered plans.
• Ability to apply behavioral de-escalation techniques, support acceptable behaviors, apply redirection techniques, in limited or modified settings, and appropriate interventions, including frequent physical interventions.
• Must be physically fit and be able to stand, squat, bend, or walk for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50lbs is necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including the ability to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Ability to use problem solving skills during a complex situation or crisis situation, while remaining consistent with program protocols and behavioral plans.
• Ability to work within a team of peers during a crisis situation effectively and professionally.
• Ability to effectively communicate with outside entities such as case managers, law enforcement, mental health professionals, and community members.
• Ability to make sound judgments when given guidance and priorities; ability to work as a team member to maintain consistency and quality services; ability to exchange support, constructive criticism, and ideas with other staff members.
• Ability to plan, adapt, and prioritize work to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks. Ability to self-manage tasks effectively and communicate needs.
• Basic computer skills.

Additional Information

_ WHY THIS JOB?_

• Community-based employment - little time spent at a desk, and more time with people.
• The million little moments working with individuals who have intellectual disabilities will make you love coming to work, you’ll build an indescribable bond with your clients
• If you’ve ever felt the need to help someone along their path to success, then consider a career helping intellectually disabled individuals. You’ll come to understand how you can help them achieve their hopes and dreams while trying to protect them from judgment when the outside world doesn’t understand. You’ll not only be their therapist, but you’ll also be their cheerleader.

_ HOURS WORKED:_

May be full or part time; with a mixture of weekday and weekend hours. The specific number and times of scheduled hours should be set upon hiring. The mental health specialist I staff may request a change in hours. The supervisor may approve and/or mandate a change in hours based on services and individual needs. All persons in this position should be prepared to work weekends and holidays.

Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. At Dungarvin, we believe in hiring talent from a wide variety of backgrounds which makes our organization stronger.

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