Direct Support Staff - Crisis Residential Services
Company: Vera French Community Mental Health Center
Location: Davenport
Posted on: April 23, 2025
Job Description:
JOIN OUR TEAM!Are you looking to make a difference in someone's
life by promoting physical and emotional health? Are you looking to
gain experience in the mental health field? We have a full time and
part time available with shift differentials. Vera French is
looking for Direct Support Staff to help support our clients by
teaching daily living skills, providing protective oversight and
promoting physical and emotional health. This may include teaching
a client how to ride the bus, proper hygiene, taking them to
appointments, etc. The Direct Support position is a crucial role
for our clients well-being and for Vera French as a whole! This
role is very rewarding! (Note: schedule is generally every other
weekend.)WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Stay informed of, and follow,
regulations and procedures for each services providedFacilitate
group learning and support activities as assigned in order to meet
the needs of the clients as well as client interests, and goals as
defined by the interdisciplinary teamMonitor clients' ability to
take medications independently and/or pass medications according to
physician's orders and report any side effectsWHAT YOU'LL NEED:
A valid driver's license with a
driving record that will allow insurabilityAbility to pass a
pre-employment physical with a drug and alcohol screenPrevious
experience working with the chronically mentally ill population
Every other weekend availability CPR certification preferred
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Human Services
field with 30 semester hours or equivalent in a human services
field and at leastOR
High school diploma or equivalent
with minimum of two years of experience in behavioral or mental
health services and 30 hours of crisis and mental health in-service
trainingsWHO YOU ARE:
Humble. You lead with humility and
empathy, respecting and learning from the perspectives of
others.Curious. You are always learning and seeking ways to make
things better. Conscientious. You keep your promises, taking your
commitments to others seriously, and you have strong integrity.
Share Our Values: We are united by our shared values of community
service, compassion, empowerment, respect, resourcefulness and
professionalism. Make an Impact: Our mission is to enhance the
mental health of all in our community by providing quality,
accessible and comprehensive care. Our Direct Support Staff work
one-on-one with our clients to reach their short-term goals and
ultimately reintegrate the individuals back into the community.
Learn and Grow: Vera French offers various in-house training
opportunities CPR, Medication Management and other trainings
through our learning management system. To encourage our staff to
continue their education, Vera French also offers a Tuition
Reimbursement and Loan Repayment program for all employees after
one year of employment. WHAT WE OFFER:
Group Health, Dental and Vision
insurance
Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield
health insuranceDelta dental and vision insuranceEmployer paid life
Insurance, AD&D, LTD through Mutual of Omaha
Supplemental life insurance, short
term disability available401(k) with employer contribution &
matchingTuition Reimbursement & Loan Repayment Program
Every employee (full-time or
part-time) is eligible after one year of serviceSupplemental
Critical Illness and Accident Coverage through Mutual of OmahaPaid
time off
Holidays, accrued vacation/sickShift
times:
1st shift (7a - 3p)2nd shift (3p -
11p) 3rd shift (11p - 7a)NOTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZATION TO REQUIRE
A MEDICAL EXAMINATIONI hereby certify that, if hired, I will
disclose any limitations I have that may impact my ability to do
the job. I understand that I may also be required to undergo a
pre-employment or post-employment medical exam by the VFCMHC'
designated health practitioner.NOTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZATION TO
CONTACT REFERENCES AND CONDUCT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONI understand
that I may be subject to a background check, and hereby authorize
Vera French Community Mental Health Center, or any of its
affiliates, to investigate my background to determine any and all
information of concern as to my record, whether the same is of
record or not, and I release employers and persons named in my
application from all liability for any damages on account of
his/her furnishing said information.Additionally, you are hereby
authorized to make any investigation of my personal history,
educational background, military record,motor vehicle records,
criminal records, and credit history through an investigative or
credit agency or bureau of your choice. Iauthorize the release of
this information by the appropriate agencies to the investigating
service. I authorize and give permission forthe individuals listed
as references to provide written information and/or verbally
discuss my background with Vera FrenchCommunity Mental Health
Center, or any of its affiliates.This authorization, in original or
copy form, shall be valid for this and any future reports and
updates that may be required.I understand that passing the
background check is a condition of employment. A negative
background check can be grounds fordismissal, even if an offer has
been made to me and I have been hired.
Keywords: Vera French Community Mental Health Center, Peoria , Direct Support Staff - Crisis Residential Services, Other , Davenport, Illinois
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