Direct Support Professional
9 days ago
Knoxville
Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Flexible schedule, • Opportunity for advancement, • Training & development, • Tuition assistance Does the idea of a desk job bore you? Do you want a job that inspires you? A job that gives back to your community? If you answered yes to any of the above, you could be a great fit for a Direct Support Associate at Evergreen Life Services (Evergreen). As a Direct Support Associate, you will help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities gain life skills, build confidence and live as independently as possible. You will make a difference every time you come to work.. Title: Direct Support Professional Reports To: Home Manager/Day Program Supervisor Classification: Part-Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Created: November 29, 2013 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., • Acting Strategically: Identifies key issues and relationships relevant to achieving goals, and commits to a course of action to accomplish goals based on known and unknown variables. Develops priorities with the right balance of short and long-term considerations., • Championing Customer Needs: provides timely and professional service to both internal and external customers, is responsive to customer needs and requests, is always courteous to the customer, and considers them when making decisions., • Communicating Effectively: Share information. Listens and involves others. Conveys ideas in a manner that engages others and helps them understand and retain the message., • Delivering High-Quality Work: Makes sure responsibilities central to the role meet all requirements and expectations. Finishes tasks promptly and critically reviews work for accuracy and quality. Consider the impact of work on others., • Effectively read, write, and communicate verbally in English and must be able to read and understand instructions, perform record-keeping, and write reports., • Valid drivers 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., • 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. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES • 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. SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications., • Working knowledge of Google Workspace., • 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., • May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments, both indoors and outdoors.