Intensive Support Professional (IRSH) 7am-7pm

Candeo•Johnston, IA

17h•$20 - $29

About The Position

At Candeo we are looking for team members who are passionate and empathetic towards others and truly want to make a difference by caring and empowering those in need. Candeo is a non-profit that is focused on helping, supporting, and teaching people to live their best lives. We are committed to nurture an inclusive culture and a learning-based work environment to our employees. Apply now to learn more! Job Types: Full Time Schedule: Three 12-hour days, one on call day Day shift: 5 shifts available Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 7am-7pm (Thursday on-call 24hr) Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7am-7pm (Tuesday on-call 24hr) Sunday, Monday, Wednesday 7am-7pm (Saturday on-call 24hr) Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7am-7pm (Wednesday on-call 24hr) Tuesday and Wednesday 7am-7pm (Monday on-call 24hr) Mandatory weekend availability and experience working with clients with mental health diagnoses Pay: Weekdays -19.50/hr & Weekends $29.25

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Two years of Mental Health and/or Dual Diagnosis experience
Valid Iowa Driver’s License
Proof of State of Iowa Vehicle Insurance coverage in your name
Valid cell phone and address
High level of literacy in spoken and written English
Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft software and applications
General understanding of Mental Health supports
Pass all required training
Set appropriate staff/client boundaries
Understand and adjust to client mental health crisis
Learn working knowledge of the community
Work successfully, unsupervised
Negotiate and handle conflict as necessary
Travel in counties served by Candeo
Pass all background checks ran by Candeo
Possess a motor vehicle that meets the required operational and maintenance guidelines

Responsibilities

Understand Chronic Mental Illness and symptomology and be able to adjust intervention strategies
Assess and implement client’s Life Plan
Obtain and maintain required HCBS and Mental Health Training
Follow safety practices and procedures
Work effectively within a team
Respect the clients right to privacy and the confidentiality requirements of Candeo
Attend organizational and client-specific training and provide input and perspective
Comply with documentation policies by submitting accurate and timely paperwork, including progress notes, timesheets, expense logs and other required reports.
Support Candeo’s Mission to inspire clients to achieve their personal goals
Educate the client about the consequences and management of both decisions and symptoms
Other duties assigned