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AbbeHealth Direct Support Professional- Penn Center (2nd shift)
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$71,227 / year median in Iowa
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our Penn Center location! 2nd shift! 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. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) position is a caregiver responsible for the provision of Residential Care Facility services that provide skill-based training, support, and/or treatment to individuals in recovery from a serious mental illness and/or co-occurring condition in our care facility setting. Services are designed to assist with the acquisition, retention, or improvement of skills related to living and recreating in 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.