Direct Support Staff - Crisis Residential Services

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?  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 provided
• Facilitate 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 team
• Monitor clients' ability to take medications independently and/or pass medications according to physician's orders and report any side effects

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• A valid driver's license with a driving record that will allow insurability
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical with a drug and alcohol screen
• Previous 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 least

OR

• 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 trainings

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
  • UMR health insurance
  • Delta dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid life Insurance, AD&D, LTD through Mutual of Omaha
  • Supplemental life insurance, short term disability available
• 401(k) with employer contribution & matching
• Tuition Reimbursement & Loan Repayment Program
  • Every employee (full-time or part-time) is eligible after one year of service
• Supplemental Critical Illness and Accident Coverage through Mutual of Omaha
• Paid time off
  • Holidays, accrued vacation/sick
  • One Vera French Day

Shift time:

• 1st shift (7a - 3p)
• 2nd shift (3p - 11p)
• 3rd shift (11p - 7a)

NOTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZATION TO REQUIRE A MEDICAL EXAMINATION

I 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 INVESTIGATION

I 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. I
authorize the release of this information by the appropriate agencies to the investigating service. I authorize and give permission for
the individuals listed as references to provide written information and/or verbally discuss my background with Vera French
Community 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 for
dismissal, even if an offer has been made to me and I have been hired.