Direct Support Professional I Atlanta TX

4 weeks ago


Texarkana, Texas, United States Evergreen Life Services Texas Full time
Job Summary

Evergreen Life Services Texas is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professional I to join our team. As a Direct Support Professional I, you will play a vital role in maintaining a healthy, safe, and therapeutic environment for consumers and following through on their individual plans of care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure the health and welfare of 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, housekeeping, clothing care, self-care, and personal 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
Requirements
  • 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)
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 consumers' needs
  • Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions
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.



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