Direct Support Professional- 2nd shift (group home)

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Our 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, today we are proud to serve more than 1,100 individuals with disabilities in 8 states.

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

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 home, including reporting of 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 (post office, mass transportation), housekeeping, clothing care, self-care, and personal hygiene

Make food and non-food purchases for the home when requested

Complete all required documentation in accordance with applicable state agency(ies) and Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries, Inc. policies and procedures

Assist individuals served 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 individuals served transportation in company or personal vehicle as requested

At least 21 years of age due to auto liability coverage

Effectively read, write and communicate verbally in English and must be able to read and understand instructions, perform record-keeping and write reports

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

Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds while assisting individuals served in home, workshop, or job site.

Regularly assist individuals served physically by lifting and positioning them as appropriate

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

Desire to work with people with disabilities and enhance their quality of life

Demonstrate high moral standards so as to be a positive role model for individuals served

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

Must be able to work some evenings when required.

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

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.