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Direct Support Professional (Community Homes)

UnityPoint Health·Iowa City, Iowa

OtherOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 13 days ago
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Direct Support Professional (Community Homes)

How this role compares

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  • 64 similar openings in the Iowa City area · median $58,000

About the role

The Direct Support Professional assists clients in achieving recovery and independence by providing skill building, motivation, and a safe, structured environment. Responsibilities include medication administration, documenting client progress, and advocating for client needs during community activities.

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.

Abbe Center for Community Mental Health is a subsidiary of AbbeHealth Services.

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is to assist clients in moving toward client defined recovery by providing skill building, feedback, motivation and support.

Providing a safe, structured, nurturing environment that assists clients to meet their psychiatric, medical and daily living needs.

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

Assist and provide treatment goal development per the treatment plan and according to the needs of clients and assist in the develop goals that will allow them to achieve the greatest level of independence in their community. Share information with program supervisors regarding significant events and/or client responses that vary from their baseline, as it relates to their treatment plan. Advocate for clients to help meet their needs, desires and interests. Advocate for clients during community integration activities, appointments or anytime in the community. Provide a safe, structured, nurturing environment that assists clients to meet their psychiatric, medical and daily needs. Encourage client independence by assisting with a wide variety of daily living skills. Provide medication administration, following the established rules of medication administration. Transport clients to community outings, appointments and as part of their treatment plan. Arrive to work on time and work as scheduled.Complete all documentation timely, accurately and within established guidelines. Ensure all service documentation meets all established billing requirements. Complete incident reports timely, accurately and within established guidelines. Record any contacts with parents, guardians, care coordinators or any other stakeholders. Complete all medication administration documentation thoroughly.

Qualifications

HS Diploma or GED, requiredAssociate’s Degree in Social Services or related field, preferred No experience necessary, 1 year of mental health and/or other disability experience, preferred. Valid Drivers License, required

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required, while an associate degree in social services is preferred. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to provide compassionate care in a mental health setting.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Community integration
  • Patient care
  • Medication administration
  • Crisis intervention
  • Mental health support
  • Client advocacy
  • Treatment goal development
  • Daily living assistance

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • 401k matching
  • Parental leave
  • Pet insurance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Daily pay
  • Employee recognition program

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Iowa City, Iowa
Posted
Aug 27, 2026
Closes
Aug 27, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Behavioral health roles in Iowa remain competitive

Behavioral-health positions in Iowa are often driven by ongoing demand for psychiatric and mental health services across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for advanced practice credentials, current licensure, and certifications such as DEA, BLS, and ACLS; this posting also includes benefits like medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a sign-on bonus. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your PMHNP certification and Iowa license before applying.

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