Mental Health Specialist II - Acute Behavioral Services
$49,920–$49,920 year
On-site · Grand Rapids, Minnesota, United States
Job Summary
Mental Health Specialist II in Acute Behavioral Services providing direct support to individuals with intensive behavioral and mental-health needs using person-centered approaches focused on safety, skill-building, and positive engagement. Duties include following behavior and treatment plans and crisis-prevention strategies, documenting services and health concerns using electronic systems (T-logs, Therap, health tracking), monitoring behavioral changes and escalating as needed, assisting with daily living skills, transportation, and community engagement, and training new staff while upholding safety and professional conduct. Must have a high school diploma or GED, 3 years of relevant experience or a mental-health-related degree, a valid driver’s license, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs; position offers benefits, mileage reimbursement, and a starting rate of $24/hour. The role is based in Grand Rapids, MN, and requires in-person work.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 3 years minimum of experience working with individuals with chronic and severe mental illness OR a degree in a mental-health–related field
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
- Basic computer skills and ability to use electronic documentation systems
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to safely manage physically demanding situations
- Follow behavior support plans, treatment plans, functional assessments, and person-centered plans
- Use crisis prevention, de-escalation, redirection, and manual restraints as trained
- Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally, including documentation
- Work effectively in crisis situations and exercise sound judgment
- Collaborate with team members and external partners (case managers, law enforcement, mental health professionals)
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving, consistency, time-management, and independent prioritization skills
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