Direct Support Professional I Atlanta TX

Evergreen Life Services Texas

Direct Support Professional I Atlanta TX

Texarkana, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    If you are hired, we will require you to prove that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine and are fully vaccinated, or you have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.

    Part Time & Full Time Positions Available.

    Our mission is to serve, provide for, and champion individuals with disabilities.

    Evergreen Life Services (ELS) is a charitable, non-profit organization that provides a full range of professional services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in the 1950s, today we are proud to serve more than 1,100 individuals with disabilities in 8 states.

    Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Whether you provide direct care in our adult day care or in a group home, or you serve in a support or corporate office role, you will be an important part of the Evergreen team.

    If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team because, at Evergreen, everyone matters.

    Job Summary

    Responsible for maintaining a healthy, safe, and therapeutic environment for consumers and following through on their individual plans of care.

    Essential Job Functions:

    Ensure the health and welfare of the consumers

    Assist consumers with medication and treatment plans as needed

    Assist consumers in the care and cleaning of their home, including reporting of maintenance needs

    Assist consumers with money management including budgeting, banking, and shopping

    Assist consumers with daily life activities such as: meal preparation, reading usage, use of telephone, use of community services (post office, mass transportation), housekeeping, clothing care, self-care, and person hygiene

    Make food and non-food purchases for the home when requested

    Prepare meals

    Ensure the maintenance of the home and grounds are done as requested

    Complete all required documentation in accordance with applicable state agency(ies) and Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries, Inc. policies and procedures

    Implement behavioral and other programs as trained and requested

    Assist consumers with their goals as outlined in their plan of care document(s)

    Identify potential behavior triggers and defuse or redirect as needed to ensure safety and well being of all involved

    Provide consumer transportation in the company or personal vehicle as requested

    Qualifications

    Effectively read, write and communicate verbally in English and must be able to read and understand instructions, perform record-keeping and write reports

    Valid driver’s license which meets Evergreen requirements for insurance purposes and proof of liability coverage if a vehicle is owned

    · Meet and maintain all requirements of the applicable state agency(ies), including good standing with state abuse and neglect registry

    · Submit to and pass drug screen and criminal background check

    · Ability to learn basic computer skills (i.e. turn on/off, log in/out, input data, approve timesheet)

    · Prior experience as a direct support worker preferred

    · At least 18 years of age (non-driver) or 21 years of age (driver)

    Physical Demands and Working Environment

    Constantly moves about to coordinate work

    Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds while assisting consumers in home, workshop, or job site.

    Regularly assist consumers physically by lifting and positioning them as appropriate

    Constantly alert and aware to consumer’s needs

    Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions

    Supervisory Responsibilities

    Will not supervise

    Special Requirements

    Represent Evergreen in public in a fashion that would reflect credibility and professionalism on the organization.

    Desire to work with people with disabilities and enhance their quality of life

    Function successfully in stressful situations

    Demonstrate high moral standards so as to be a positive role model for consumers

    Complete all orientation and on the job training prior to starting work

    Work assigned shifts as required by management

    Attend all training classes as required

    Evergreen is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status.