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Direct Support ProfessionalEvergreen Life Services • Sulphur, LA, US
Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

Evergreen Life Services • Sulphur, LA, US
6 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Direct Support Professional I

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

Essential Job Functions:

  • Ensure the health and welfare of the individuals served.
  • Assist individuals served with medication and treatment plans as needed.
  • Assist individuals served in the care and cleaning of their homes, including reporting maintenance needs.
  • Assist individuals served with money management, including budgeting, banking, and shopping.
  • Assist individuals served with daily life activities such as meal preparation, reading usage, use of telephone, use of community services (e.g., post office, mass transportation), 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 is done as requested.
  • Complete all required documentation following applicable state agency(ies) and Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries, Inc. policies and procedures.
  • Implement behavioral and other programs as trained and requested.
  • Assist individuals served with their goals as outlined in their plan of care document(s).
  • Identify potential behavior triggers and defuse or redirect them as needed to ensure the safety and well-being of all involved.
  • Provide transportation for individuals served in the company or personal vehicle as requested, i.e., appointments, activities, etc.

Qualifications/Experience/Job Knowledge:

  • 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 licensewhich meets Evergreen requirements for insurance purposes and proof of liability coverage if a vehicle is ownedis preferred.
  • Meet and maintain all requirements of the applicable state agency(ies), including good standing with the state abuse and neglect registry.
  • Submit to and pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
  • Ability to utilize basic computer skills (e.g., data entry, approving timesheets, etc.).
  • Prior experience as a direct support worker or in a caregiving capacity.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age (non-driver) or 21 years of age (driver).

Physical Requirements:

  • Constantly moves about to coordinate work.
  • Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds while assisting individuals served in the home, workshop, or job site.
  • Regularly assist individuals served physically by lifting and positioning them as appropriate.
  • Constantly be alert and aware of the needs of individuals served.
  • Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Will not supervise.

Special Requirements:

  • Represent Evergreen in public in a fashion that would reflect the credibility and professionalism of the organization.
  • Desire to work with people with disabilities and enhance their quality of life.
  • Function successfully in stressful situations.
  • Demonstrate high moral standards to be a positive role model for individuals served.
  • Complete all orientation and on-the-job training before starting work.
  • Work assigned shifts as required by management.
  • Attend all training classes as required.
  • Other characteristics of a successful DSP include but are not limited to the following characteristics: patience and composure, effective communication, dependability, effective interpersonal skills, awareness and attention to detail, advocacy, etc.

Employment Variables:

  • Must have a good driving record that meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation.
  • Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, which includes all shifts, including nights, days, and weekends.

Working Environment:

  • May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments, both indoors and outdoors.
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