Direct Support Professional I

Title: Direct Support Professional IReports To: Home Manager/DayProgram SupervisorClassification: Part-TimeFLSA Status: Non-ExemptCreated: November 29, 2013JOB SUMMARYResponsible for maintaining a healthy, safe, and therapeutic environment for individuals served and followingthrough 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 maintenanceneeds.● 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 oftelephone, use of community services (e.g., post office, mass transportation), housekeeping, clothingcare, 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 EvergreenPresbyterian 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 andwell-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 andunderstand instructions, perform record-keeping, and write reports.● Valid driver’s license—which meets Evergreen requirements for insurance purposes and proof ofliability coverage if a vehicle is owned—is preferred.● Meet and maintain all requirements of the applicable state agency(ies), including good standingwith 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 servedin 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.Revised 7/10/2024 1/2● Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or medical conditions toperform essential functions.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES● Will not supervise.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS● Represent Evergreen in public in a fashion that would reflect the credibility and professionalism ofthe 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 reliabletransportation.● Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.● Must be able to work a flexible schedule, which includes all shifts, including nights, days, andweekends.WORKING ENVIRONMENT● May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments, both indoors and outdoors.