Mental Health Coordinator I

Mental Health Coordinator $22.00 per hour This position is located in Stillwater The schedule is Day hours A LITTLE ABOUT US: Dungarvin is a national organization of privately owned companies that are dedicated to providing high quality, community-based supports to people with intellectual disabilities, people who are faced with mental health, behavioral or significant medical challenges, and to children and their families. What You Get to Do: Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance. Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve. Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more. Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation. Build relationships with persons served and teammates. Attend special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events. 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. At Dungarvin, our primary goal is to create a positive influence in the lives of the people we serve. We help individuals with different abilities, like intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions, in a variety of programs with a focus on providing person-centered care. We aim to empower those we assist to pursue their dreams while our dedicated team provides guidance, support, and care they deserve with dignity and respect. WHAT YOU WILL DO: The Mental Health Coordinator I (MHC I) is responsible to coordinate a variety of services including but not limited to individual finances, activities, program services, positive behavioral support needs, family involvement, education/vocational programs, health care/nutrition and household management. The mental health coordinator I (MHC I) is also responsible for staff scheduling. The MHC I is responsible to assist the supervisor in maintaining consistency in programming, individual care, and communication with staff and support team members. The MHC I is also responsible to carry out the responsibilities and duties of the behavioral support staff during all direct care shifts. The Mental Health Coordinator I is a specific position assigned only to specific locations. The position and its corresponding wage is not transferable when working at other locations. This position is dependent on specialized funding of specific individuals served. If the person served transfers, is discharged or the funding is eliminated, the position and wage will be eliminated from the designated locations. WHAT WE LOOK FOR: Must have a high school diploma or GED Certificate Two years' experience in delivery of significant behavioral health services. Must be able to demonstrate de-escalation techniques, conflict resolution, positive support methods and person-centered approach. A minimum of one-year of lead staff experience in residential services or a two-year degree in a related field. Need the ability to understand and implement behavior support plans (BSP), treatment plans, functional assessments, individualized support plans (ISP), and person-centered plans. Must be physically fit and be able to stand, squat, bend, or walk for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50lbs SKILLS CRITICAL TO SUCCESS: Have the ability to assess person's mental health status through interviews and observation. Follow plan of care, de-escalation techniques, positive support role, and crisis intervention techniques. Ability to communicate effectively, including the ability to read, write and speak English clearly. Ability to assess situations and make sound judgments when given guidance and priorities. Anticipate possible outcomes of actions and react accordingly. Ability to work as a team member to maintain consistency and quality services; ability to exchange support, constructive criticism, and ideas with others. Ability to effectively work one: one with individuals and within group settings. Ability to plan and prioritize work to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks. Ability to self-manage tasks effectively and communicate needs. Ability to maintain a positive professional and therapeutic rapport with individuals who struggle with significant behavioral or mental health concerns. HOURS WORKED The duties and responsibilities of this position occur during regularly scheduled shifts, including holidays (if scheduled), and weekend shifts as scheduled. You may need to work unscheduled shifts on occasion to provide adequate coverage. 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. 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. Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees Supplemental Insurance Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees Pet Insurance Life Insurance for full-time employees 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees PTO Donation Growth and Development Opportunities Employee Referral Program Employee Assistance Program National Brand Discounts Pay Active - access up to 50% of your pay before payday PAID training and orientation All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Equal Opportunity Employer 3/26