In-Community Supports - Mental Health Specialist II
Core
Provide hands-on assistance, supervision, and guidance to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses living in apartment-style settings.
Role type
Direct support professional (Mental Health Specialist)
Builds
Personalized support plans and daily living outcomes for individuals with disabilities
Domain
Healthcare / Social Services / Disability Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Personal care, behavioral guidance, transportation, documentation, computer skills, driving
Preferred skills
Experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities, experience with mental health/illness, experience with challenging behaviors (aggression, self-injury)
Responsibilities
Assist with daily activities (personal care, meals, housekeeping), transport to appointments, document progress and action steps, attend community activities, implement behavioral guidance plans
Seniority
Mid-level (3+ years experience required)