Direct Support Professional

Evergreen Life Services; Bowie (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bowie, Texas is seeking a caring Direct Support Professional to maintain the health and safety of individuals served, assisting them with daily activities and medication management. Ideal candidates should possess effective communication skills, basic computer knowledge, and a willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Join us in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must effectively read, write, and communicate in English.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health and welfare of individuals served.
• Assist with medication and treatment plans.
• Help with daily living activities such as meal prep.
• Provide transportation for appointments and activities.
• Document care per policies and procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Ability to assist with daily life activities

Record-keeping

Direct support experience

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

Evergreen Life Services 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.

JOB SUMMARY

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 license—which meets Evergreen requirements for insurance purposes and proof of liability coverage if a vehicle is owned—is 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.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or medical conditions to perform essential functions.

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.