Compassionate Direct Support Professional - 2nd Shift

UnityPoint Health; Delhi (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental and health insurance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a 2nd shift at our Penn Center location to provide skill-based training, support, and treatment in a residential facility setting. You will help individuals recovering from mental illness develop daily living skills and participate in community reintegration.

The role emphasizes ethical conduct, compliance with healthcare programs, and building safe, supportive relationships with consumers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency required.
• No experience necessary, mental health and/or other disability experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License Required.

Responsibilities

• Aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.
• Conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organization's commitment to ethical behavior.
• 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 assisting with daily living in a residential setting.
• Documents goal progress and relevant personal interventions in a clear and brief manner.
• Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals.
• Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Job description

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a 2nd shift at our Penn Center location to provide skill-based training, support, and treatment in a residential facility setting. You will help individuals recovering from mental illness develop daily living skills and participate in community reintegration.

The role emphasizes ethical conduct, compliance with healthcare programs, and building safe, supportive relationships with consumers.