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30)Education LevelHigh school diploma or GEDTravel PercentageUp to 10%Job ShiftFirst ShiftJob CategoryNonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionDirect Support Professional (DSP) with our Residential Team in Iowa City!Part-Time- 1st shift (every other weekend, and every other Monday & Friday)Hours: 6:00A.M.- 2:00P.M.Base rate of $16.00-$18.00 with shift differentials of $2.00-$3.00 per hour, based off shift type!Join a caring and dedicated team of professionals that help people with a variety of challenges within our 5 bed group homeYour Role

Coach people to appropriately cope with emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and other struggles.
Role model and coach individuals with activities of daily living (cooking, cleaning, showering, hygiene, shopping, and managing money).
Participate and plan recreational activities.
Learn and implement Evidence Based Mental Health Programs with clients.
Learn skills to de-escalate emotionally charged individuals.
Ensure the safety of all those involved (monitor meals, behaviors, activities).
Demonstrate teamwork with other roles (nurses, prescribers, therapists, and support staff).
Communicate to the team through daily documentation and reports.

What You Need

High school diploma or equivalent required (GED or NCR accepted).

What Makes You Stand Out

Good teamwork mentality and client focused work ethic.
Prior experience working with adults who have chronic mental health challenges.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency driving requirements.
Prior experience with health care documentation.
CPR/First Aid certification.

Competitive benefits package for full-time employees working 30+ hours a week:

Health insurance (up to 79% employer paid)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) with profit sharing and employer match
Paid time off (accrue up to 80 hours during first year of employment; increases based on tenure with agency)
10 paid holidays
80 hours sick time
2 wellness days
Staff development and training
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for federal student loans
Employer paid CEU's through Relias
PerkSpot- employee discount program
Employee assistance program
Advancement opportunities

About the ProgramHillcrest's Adult Residential Services operates several 5 bed group homes and a 60+ bed care facility for adults who have a mental health diagnosis. Serving as a steppingstone from hospitalizations to independent living, these programs provide supervision in a safe, secure, and protected environment, with the following support:

24 hour staffing and supervision
Individual counseling and care coordination
Mental health support
Medication management
Social and community integration
Physical and emotional health development
Recreational activities (structured and unstructured)
Daily living skills education and instruction

About the OrganizationHillcrest Family Services is a non-profit organization that assists adults and children in need of help. Every day, Hillcrest builds confidence in hundreds of people and families. We strive to be a leading provider in supporting brain health and wellness. We're a place where compassion is commonplace. Where our passion soars and faith restores.**COVID-19 Vaccination Not Required**Apply Now" class=" central-validator input--dark-grey" aria-label="Legal First Name" required="required" value="">Legal First Name*" class=" central-validator input--dark-grey" aria-label="Legal Last Name" required="required" value="">Legal Last Name*" class=" input--dark-grey" data-parsley-type="email" aria-label="Email" minlength="1" required="required" value="">Email*" onpaste="return false;" autocomplete="off" class=" input--dark-grey" data-parsley-type="email" aria-label="Confirm Email" minlength="1" required="required" value="">Confirm Email*Phone*arrow_drop_downsearchsearchNo results found.Do you consent to receiving text communications related to your job application via SMS from HILLCREST FAMILY SERVICES, which may include autodialed and automated messages, at the mobile number provided? Message frequency may vary and applicable data rates may apply.*Yes/No * Yes No" id="quick-apply-desktop__application-form__resume__input" accept=".pdf,.doc,.docx,.txt,.ppt,.pptx" required="required" style="width: 0; height: 0; opacity: 0; overflow: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: -1; " data-parsley-errors-container="#quick-apply-desktop__application-form__resume__errors-container" aria-label="Attach Resume" tabindex="-1"> Attach Resume/CV*Start Applicationchevron_leftSign InWelcome ! It looks like you have an account with this email. Please enter your password to complete your application." class=" input--dark-grey" minlength="8" maxlength="30" required="required" value="">Password* Sign InThanks!An email has been sent to you with a password to access your account.Ready for the next step?View More PostingsApply Now" class=" central-validator input--dark-grey" aria-label="Legal First Name" required="required" value="">Legal First Name*" class=" central-validator input--dark-grey" aria-label="Legal Last Name" required="required" value="">Legal Last Name*" class=" input--dark-grey" data-parsley-type="email" aria-label="Email" minlength="1" required="required" value="">Email*" onpaste="return false;" autocomplete="off" class=" input--dark-grey" data-parsley-type="email" aria-label="Confirm Email" minlength="1" required="required" value="">Confirm Email*Phone*arrow_drop_downsearchsearchNo results found.Do you consent to receiving text communications related to your job application via SMS from HILLCREST FAMILY SERVICES, which may include autodialed and automated messages, at the mobile number provided? Message frequency may vary and applicable data rates may apply.*Yes/No * Yes No
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