Direct Support Professional - Atlanta, TX

Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingCompany partiesDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offTraining & developmentTuition assistanceVision insuranceWellness resourcesOur 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, we are proud to serve more than 1,100 individuals with disabilities in 8 states today.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, Evergreen Life Services is where you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team because, at Evergreen, everyone matters.Job SummaryResponsible for maintaining a healthy, safe, and therapeutic environment for consumers and following through on their individual plans of care. Essential Job Functions:Ensure the health and welfare of the consumers Assist consumers with medication and treatment plans as neededAssist consumers in the care and cleaning of their home, including reporting of maintenance needsAssist consumers with money management including budgeting, banking, and shoppingAssist 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 hygieneMake food and non-food purchases for the home when requestedPrepare mealsEnsure the maintenance of the home and grounds are done as requestedComplete all required documentation in accordance with applicable state agency(ies) and Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries, Inc. policies and proceduresImplement behavioral and other programs as trained and requestedAssist 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 involvedProvide consumer transportation in company or personal vehicle as requestedQualificationsEffectively read, write and communicate verbally in English and must be able to read and understand instructions, perform record-keeping and write reportsValid driver’s license which meets Evergreen requirements for insurance purposes and proof of liability coverage if a vehicle is ownedMeet and maintain all requirements of the applicable state agency(ies), including good standing with state abuse and neglect registrySubmit 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)Prior experience as a direct support worker preferred At least 18 years of age (non-driver) or 21 years of age (driver) Physical Demands and Working EnvironmentConstantly moves about to coordinate workRegularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds while assisting consumers in home, workshop, or job site. Regularly assist consumers physically by lifting and positioning them as appropriateConstantly alert and aware to consumer’s needsOccasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditionsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesWill not superviseSpecial Requirements 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 lifeFunction successfully in stressful situationsDemonstrate high moral standards so as to be a positive role model for consumersComplete all orientation and on the job training prior to starting workWork assigned shifts as required by managementAttend all training classes as requiredEvergreen 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.