Mental Health Specialist II
Core
Provide direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental health needs, focusing on safety, skill-building, and positive engagement in a structured living environment.
Role type
Direct support professional (Mental Health Specialist)
Builds
Daily living support, crisis prevention, and community engagement for individuals with chronic/severe mental illness or intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Domain
Mental health / Behavioral health / Social services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Crisis de-escalation, manual restraint procedures, medication administration, daily living assistance, electronic documentation, behavior support plan implementation, team collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience with chronic/severe mental illness, driver's license, ability to lift 50 lbs
Technologies
Electronic documentation systems (T-logs, Therap)
Responsibilities
Monitor behavioral changes and identify escalation indicators, assist with daily living skills and household tasks, accurately document services and observations, communicate proactively during crisis situations, support family contacts and assist with appointments.
Seniority
Mid-level (3+ years experience required)