AbbeHealth Direct Support Professional (Community Homes)

UnityPoint Health; Manchester (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking dedicated staff for their Behavioral Health Services in Manchester, Iowa. The role involves supporting individuals with chronic mental illness, developing measurable goals, and assisting with daily living.

Qualifications include a High School diploma and a valid driver’s license, with an emphasis on ethical conduct and relationship-building. Experience in mental health is preferred but not required. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those in need.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Mental health and/or other disability experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner.
• Cultivates a safe, supportive relationship with consumers.
• Develops measurable goals and service plans based on consumer needs.
• Documents goal progress and interventions clearly.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to change.

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Job description

Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services

Department: Community Homes

Shift: 40 hours per week, 1st/2nd shift, every other weekend

Job ID: 182822

Responsibilities

• Is aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g., Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste, and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff.
• Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organization’s commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.
• Cultivates a safe, supportive, and professional relationship with consumers with a chronic mental illness and/or other disabilities.
• Develops measurable goals for those consumers, establishing service plans based on consumer needs and desires.
• Provides skill teaching and assistance with daily living in a residential setting.
• Documents goal progress and relevant personal interventions in an objective, clear, and brief manner.
• Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and willingness to change to meet department goals.
• Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency required.
• No experience necessary; mental health and/or other disability experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.