Direct Support Staff - Crisis Residential Services
Company: Vera French Community Mental Health Center
Location: Davenport
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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? We have a full time first shift (7a - 3p) available
with shift differentials. 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) 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.
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