Job Description

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<div><strong>Benefits:</strong></div>
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<li>401(k)</li>
<li>Dental insurance</li>
<li>Flexible schedule</li>
<li>Health insurance</li>
<li>Opportunity for advancement</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Tuition assistance</li>
<li>Vision insurance</li>
<li>Wellness resources</li>
<li>Training & development</li>
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<strong>Title:</strong> Direct Support Professional  </div><div>
<strong>Reports To:</strong> Home Director I & II</div><div>
<strong>Classification: </strong>Full-Time</div><div>
<strong>FLSA Status:</strong> Non-Exempt</div><div>
<strong>Created:</strong> November 29, 2013</div><div><br></div><div><strong>JOB SUMMARY</strong></div><div><br></div><div><em>Responsible for maintaining a healthy, safe, and therapeutic environment for individuals served and following through on their individual care plans. </em></div><div><br></div><div><strong>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS</strong></div><div><br></div><ul>
<li>Ensure the health and welfare of the individuals served.</li>
<li>Assist individuals served with medication and treatment plans as needed.</li>
<li>Assist individuals served in the care and cleaning of their homes, including reporting maintenance needs.</li>
<li>Assist individuals served with money management, including budgeting, banking, and shopping.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Make food and non-food purchases for the home when requested.</li>
<li>Prepare meals.</li>
<li>Ensure the maintenance of the home and grounds is done as requested.</li>
<li>Complete all required documentation following applicable state agency(ies) and Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries, Inc. policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Implement behavioral and other programs as trained and requested.</li>
<li>Assist individuals served with their goals as outlined in their plan of care document(s).</li>
<li>Identify potential behavior triggers and defuse or redirect them as needed to ensure the safety and well-being of all involved.</li>
<li>Provide transportation for individuals served in the company or personal vehicle as requested, i.e., appointments, activities, etc. </li>
</ul><div><br></div><div><strong>QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/JOB KNOWLEDGE</strong></div><div><br></div><ul>
<li>Effectively read, write, and communicate verbally in English and must be able to read and understand instructions, perform record-keeping, and write reports.</li>
<li>Valid driver’s license—which meets Evergreen requirements for insurance purposes and proof of liability coverage if a vehicle is owned—is preferred.</li>
<li>Meet and maintain all requirements of the applicable state agency(ies), including good standing with the state abuse and neglect registry.</li>
<li>Submit to and pass a drug screen and criminal background check.</li>
<li>Ability to utilize basic computer skills (e.g., data entry, approving timesheets, etc.).</li>
<li>Prior experience as a direct support worker or in a caregiving capacity.</li>
<li>Must be at least 18 years of age (non-driver) or 21 years of age (driver).</li>
</ul><div><br></div><div><strong>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</strong></div><div><br></div><ul>
<li>Constantly moves about to coordinate work.</li>
<li>Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds while assisting individuals served in the home, workshop, or job site.</li>
<li>Regularly assist individuals served physically by lifting and positioning them as appropriate.</li>
<li>Constantly be alert and aware of the needs of individuals served.</li>
<li>Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions.</li>
</ul><div><br></div><div>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or medical conditions to perform essential functions. </div><div><br></div><div><strong>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></div><div><br></div><ul><li>Will not supervise.</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</strong></div><div><br></div><ul>
<li>Represent Evergreen in public in a fashion that would reflect the credibility and professionalism of the organization.</li>
<li>Desire to work with people with disabilities and enhance their quality of life.</li>
<li>Function successfully in stressful situations.</li>
<li>Demonstrate high moral standards to be a positive role model for individuals served.</li>
<li>Complete all orientation and on-the-job training before starting work.</li>
<li>Work assigned shifts as required by management.</li>
<li>Attend all training classes as required.</li>
<li>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. </li>
</ul><div><br></div><div><strong>EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES</strong></div><div><br></div><ul>
<li>Must have a good driving record that meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation.</li>
<li>Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.</li>
<li>Must be able to work a flexible schedule, which includes all shifts, including nights, days, and weekends.</li>
</ul><div><strong>WORKING ENVIRONMENT</strong></div><div><br></div><ul><li>May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments, both indoors and outdoors.</li></ul><div>
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