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Direct Support Professional (1st shift)
OTHERCedar Rapids

Summary

Location

Cedar Rapids

Type

OTHER

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About this role

Overview

AbbeHealth Services - is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success.

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

  • Is aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. 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 assisting with daily living in a residential setting. 
  • Documentation of goal progress and relevant personal interventions in an objective, 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.

Qualifications

Education

High School diploma or equivalency required. 

Qualifications/Experience

No experience necessary, mental health and/or other disability experience preferred. 

Valid Drivers License Required

Other facts

Tech stack
Compliance,Ethical Behavior,Relationship Building,Goal Development,Skill Teaching,Documentation,Cooperative Attitude,Flexibility

About UnityPoint Health

What you'll do

  • The Direct Support Professional is responsible for cultivating supportive relationships with consumers and developing measurable goals based on their needs. They also provide skill teaching and assist with daily living in a residential setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Direct Support Professional (1st shift) do at UnityPoint Health?

As a Direct Support Professional (1st shift) at UnityPoint Health, you will: the Direct Support Professional is responsible for cultivating supportive relationships with consumers and developing measurable goals based on their needs. They also provide skill teaching and assist with daily living in a residential setting..

Why join UnityPoint Health as a Direct Support Professional (1st shift)?

UnityPoint Health is an innovative company offering exciting career opportunities. The Direct Support Professional (1st shift) position is a great chance to make an impact and grow your career.

Is the Direct Support Professional (1st shift) position at UnityPoint Health remote?

The Direct Support Professional (1st shift) position at UnityPoint Health is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Direct Support Professional (1st shift) position at UnityPoint Health?

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