Direct Support Professional

Evergreen Life Services Texas•Texarkana, TX

About The Position

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.

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

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a direct support worker preferred

Responsibilities

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 company or personal vehicle as requested