Direct Support Professional - Eyerly Ball Job at UnityPoint Health, Des Moines, IA

YXk0ZW8xUzErOUVnM25ZNVZpT0U4N3VPcUE9PQ==
  • UnityPoint Health
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 Department: RTC - Cummins Shift: Friday-Tuesday 6a-2p Job ID: 166642 Overview To assist clients in moving toward client defined recovery by providing skill building, feedback, motivation and support. Providing a safe, structured, nurturing environment that assists clients to meet their psychiatric, medical and daily living needs. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Client Service *Assist and provide treatment goal development per the treatment plan and according to the needs of clients and assist in the develop goals that will allow them to achieve the greatest level of independence in their community. *Share information with program supervisors regarding significant events and/or client responses that vary from their baseline, as it relates to their treatment plan.

  • Advocate for clients to help meet their needs, desires and interests.
  • Advocate for clients during community integration activities, appointments or anytime in the
community. *Provide a safe, structured, nurturing environment that assists clients to meet their psychiatric, medical and daily needs.
  • Encourage client independence by assisting with a wide variety of daily living skills.
  • Provide medication administration, following the established rules of medication administration.
  • Transport clients to community outings, appointments and as part of their treatment plan.
  • Arrive to work on time and work as scheduled.
Documentation
  • Complete all documentation timely, accurately and within established guidelines.
  • Ensure all service documentation meets all established billing requirements.
  • Complete incident reports timely, accurately and within established guidelines.
  • Record any contacts with parents, guardians, care coordinators or any other stakeholders.
  • Complete all medication administration documentation thoroughly.
Qualifications Education: High School diploma or GED Required. Associate's Degree in Social Services or related field preferred. Experience: Preferred experience working with the population served. License(s)/Certification(s): Maintain a valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. Adult CPR, First Aid and Mandatory Dependent Adult Abuse certification. Successful completion of a Medication Management course that is approved by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals and/or HCBS, within six-months of hire. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to speak, read and write fluent English. Ability to read and comprehend common terminology of the mental health field. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables. Must possess good interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure. Ability to remain emotionally neutral when intervening with clients. Ability to establish and maintain boundaries with clients. Must enjoy working with people. Other: Support and abide by departmental and agency policies and procedures. Perform job in safe manner, insuring safety for self, team members and residents. Perform other duties as assigned. UnityPoint Health

Job Tags

Daily paid, Holiday work, Temporary work, Shift work,

Similar Jobs

Caring for Family of Companies

Private In-Home Caregiver Job at Caring for Family of Companies

 ...support to each of our wonderful Clients. Learn more in just 2 minutes about how were raising the bar for our amazing in home Caregivers at: Why Join Us Now? At Caring for Family of Companies , were not just offering a jobwere inviting you to be part of... 

Adventist Health

staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $132K-199K per year Job at Adventist Health

 ...Adventist Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Manager, ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a nursing job in Tillamook, Oregon. Job Description...  ..., mental, spiritual and social healing to support community well-being. Benefits ~ Continuing Education ~ Bereavement ~... 

Timmons Group

Civil Project Manager - Traffic Analysis and Planning Job at Timmons Group

 ...Job Description Job Description Job Description Timmons Group is seeking a Civil Project Manager - Traffic Analysis and Planning candidate to join our Traffic Analysis and Planning Group located in our Virginia Beach, VA office location. Essential Duties... 

Six Flags Darien Lake

Food Service Team Member- Starting at $15.50 per hour Job at Six Flags Darien Lake

 ...Hungry for a great job with filling experience? If you love good food (who doesnt?), youll crave being surrounded by the flavors of...  ...team. Whether youre preparing, serving, or selling food for restaurants, outdoor carts, or catered outings, youll enjoy amazing perks... 

Zipfizz Corporation

Product Demonstrator / Inside Costco Job at Zipfizz Corporation

 ...shiftBENEFITS:401k with Safe Harbor Match available to employees meeting eligibility requirements.Seniority level: Entry levelEmployment type: Part-timeJob function: Sales and Business DevelopmentIndustries: Internet Publishing#J-18808-Ljbffr Zipfizz Corporation