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Evergreen Life Services • Haughton, LA

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About The Position

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
• 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees