Crisis Intervention Specialist
Cedar Rapids, IA 
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Posted 13 days ago
Job Description
Overview

Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services - Non-nursing

FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0/80 hours per pay period

Department: Crisis Services

Shift: 1st and 2nd shift with every other weekend rotation

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.

Why UnityPoint Health?

  • Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
  • Benefits -Our competitive program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance 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 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.

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at .


Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Sets up and distributes medications according to physician's orders.

* Participates in total resident care through the development, planning, implementation,

and evaluation of each individual resident's care plan; including the physical, psycho/social, legal, spiritual needs of the resident.

* Provides 1:1 interaction with residents.

* Participates in the development, implementation, facilitation, and evaluation of resident programming.

* Participation in the resident orientation program.

* Completes documentation of any changes in programming, as outlined in care plans or in addition to care plans, on an on-going basis.

* Participates in mandatory educational programs.

* Participates in intrafacility committees as assigned by administrator.

* Attendance is an essential part of this position.

* Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS

* Must have the CMA certificate from an accredited program (must provide copies of certificates of completion). Desirable to have a minimum of two years work experience with an emphasis in human services/mental health/mental retardation, and/or gerontology.

* Health examination and TB test at commencement of employment and thereafter as set forth by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals.

* Pre-employment participation in mandatory drug testing, and thereafter as set forth by AbbeHealth policy and the Drug Free Workplace.

* Valid Iowa Driver's License or ability to get one shortly after employment.

* Results of Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the requirements for violations as set forth in AbbeHealth's Vehicle Fleet Driving Program.

* Carry current automobile insurance in accordance with AbbeHealth's policies.


  • Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services;
  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
  • Department: Crisis Services at Linn County;
  • Shift: 1st and 2nd shift with every other weekend rotation;
  • Job ID: 147687;

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
USD $17.06/Hr.-USD $25.60/Hr.
Required Experience
2+ years
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