Intensive Support Professional-IRSH (PRN) at UnityPoint Health

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

19.72

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crisis Management, De-Escalation, Medication Adherence, Behavior Modification, Skill Building, Person-Centered Care, Strength-Based Care, Trauma-Informed Care, Client Advocacy, Communication Skills, Symptom Management, Daily Living Skills, Community Resources, Crisis Planning, Documentation, Team Collaboration

Industry

Description

Overview Join our team today, starting Pay Begins at $19.72/hr! The Intensive Support Professional position is responsible for the provision of hands-on intensive rehabilitation services to adults with mental health, intellectual disabilities, and/or co-occurring conditions residing in an Intensive Residential Service Home. Key responsibilities include assisting with medication adherence, appointment compliance, comprehension, crisis planning, behavior modification, and skill building. The position focuses on providing person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed care to support individuals in stabilizing and reintegrating into the community. 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 Provides skill-based training, support, and interventions to clients residing in an Intensive Residential Service Home (IRSH) and assists clients in residing in the most integrated setting possible based on the member’s needs. Services provided are unique to the individual as identified in their person-centered service plan and may include but are not limited to development of daily living skills, symptom management, accessing physical, mental health, and substance use care and treatment, communication, transportation, and social skills. Participates in client service planning and development of measurable goals based on client needs and desires. Provides supervision of client self-administration of medication as identified in the person-centered service plan. Consults with natural and professional supports and community agencies and resources to assist clients with living in the least restrictive setting. Advocates for client rights and choice in obtaining needed services. Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings, debriefings, rounding, and in-services. Participates in and completes all required training by identified due date. Participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programming effectiveness. Completes housekeeping and home maintenance tasks as identified in the daily, weekly, and monthly checklists. Assists individuals in the development of natural supports within the community. Engages in the creation and execution of crisis plans as necessary. Recognizes early symptoms of physical and mental illness, and performs appropriate interventions, communication, and/or referrals in accordance with the identified crisis plan. Provides support and interventions to assist with crisis de-escalation. Provide skill training related to crisis intervention techniques and coping skills. Provides education regarding available supports and accessing appropriate supports based on each unique situation. Assists individuals in using the least restrictive crisis resource possible if external resources are needed. Participates in staff debriefing and assists the team with identifying effective de-escalation and crisis management skills and techniques based on client stated preferences and needs. Completes documentation of services provided accurately, thoroughly, and timely within established guidelines. Completes documentation of the supervision of client self-administration of medication as required in the electronic Medication Administration Record. Ensures documentation meets billing requirements and completes necessary corrections timely as required. Participates in and/or facilitates HCBS required safety drills, inspections, etc. as assigned. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Requirements Preferred or Specialized Education: High School Diploma Bachelor’s degree in a human services related field (including psychology, social work, nursing or education) Experience: One Year Experience in Behavioral or Mental Health One Year Experience in Behavioral or Mental Health License(s)/Certification(s): Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. Successful completion of minimum 30 hours of crisis management and de-escalation training within the first year of service provision Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: · Understands, follows, and advocates for individual’s rights; · Possess strong de-escalation and crisis management skills, and ability to effectively manage emergency situations Other: Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

The Intensive Support Professional provides hands-on rehabilitation services to adults with mental health and intellectual disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with medication adherence, crisis planning, and skill building to support individuals in stabilizing and reintegrating into the community.