At UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball, we put people first. And we start from the inside out. We care deeply about making UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball a great place to work because our team members are the compassionate core of who we are and how we serve. It’s not just a job. It’s who we are. At UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball we have the privilege of serving others who need it most. You matter here! Your work has a deep impact on the individual and community. As you seek to serve others, you will find yourself inspired by those you serve. We are rooted in our mission and believe you will be too.

UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball is seeking full-time Direct Support Professional-Shift Leaders.

As a DSP-Shift Leader you will be responsible for overseeing core functions at all facilities on the shift they are assigned. Core functions include training DSP staff, monitor progress of clients, serve as contact for families/guardians, providers and payees, coordinate client meetings, ensure supplies are purchased and provided for the house, and to complete financial matters for residents as needed.

As a DSP-Shift Leader you will:

• Assist, coordinate and provide goal development per ICP, as well as on-going supports for Home Habilitation.
• Schedule and lead quarterly client meetings with their supports and providers. And organize other meetings as needed to discuss goal progress for each client.
• Be the point of contact for payees, providers, and other supports.
• Complete daily home hab documentation as needed.
• Keep the IDT informed of significant events and/or abnormal responses per treatment plan. Review residential occurrences, ensuring follow-up completed and crisis intervention provided as indicated.
• Provide medication administration.
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to the guidelines of all regulatory and accreditation bodies to include but not limited to; IME, Polk County Services, CARF, DIA, HUD, MCO.
• Advocate with resident during community integration and transport residents as needed and as assigned. Ensure adequate monthly activities are organized and completed.
• Maintain files of all materials, resources, and forms necessary to facilitate the work of the residents residing in the homes. Ensure house and shift is supplied with necessary supplies: food, household, and office supplies.
• Complete all admission paperwork with clients moving into the home and discharge paperwork for those who discharge from the program.
• Train DSP staff by providing orientation and ongoing trainings.
• Coordinate and complete monthly household meetings with the clients to discuss issues going on in the home, and to complete monthly drills.
• Ensure the activities of daily living are completed by staff and clients.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings.
• Monitor the activity and grocery credit cards and collect the receipts for the Team Leader.
• May be asked to participate in the on-call rotation with other leaders.
• Mediate client and employee grievances and communicate with Team Leader, following established UnityPoint Health guidelines.

Ideal Candidate:

• Capable of creating a warm and hospitable environment
• Ability to practice good verbal and written communication
• Capacity to communicate with individuals effectively, patiently and respond professionally at all times
• Embraces teamwork, enjoys working closely with others
• Ongoing passion about making a difference in the lives of those who have been touched by mental illness

To be considered you’ll need:

• High school graduate or GED
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with adults and mental health
• Customer service experience, two years preferred
• Computer skills
• Preferred experience in mental health services or clinical environment

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday with one weekend per month requirement, 1st shift 7am-3pm, 2nd shift 3pm-11pm, 3rd shift 11pm-7am

Why UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball?

• Commitment to our Team –UnityPoint Health’s been named a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits – Our competitive benefits program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

COVID-19 Vaccine

The health and safety of our patients, communities and team members is at the center of everything we do. As such, UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball requires team members to be vaccinated against COVID-19. All newly hired team members must submit proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two doses of Pfizer or Moderna, one dose of Johnson & Johnson) to include proof of their first vaccine dose with a second dose scheduled OR an approved exemption to begin work at UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball.

EEO Statement

UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.