Benefits:

Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
401(k)
401(k) matching
Company parties
Flexible schedule
Free food & snacks
Tuition assistance

Evergreen Life Services 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.

Job Summary: Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff. Perform basic daily living skills.

Essential Job Functions

Assist with daily living skills; bathing, cleaning, personal hygiene, medical appointments, shopping, banking, community integration, shopping, meal planning, and preparation.
Assist with medication administration and refills.
Manage delegated medical tasks (i.e. oxygen saturation level monitoring, reading diabetes screens, etc.).
Transport individuals in the community and to appointments.
Provide support on community outings and activities.
Encourage and work with individuals to achieve goals.
Comply with individual treatment plans.
Document in the appropriate system all aspects of individual’s care.
Complete all required documentation in accordance with applicable state agency(ies) and Evergreen Life Services policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Effectively read, write, and communicate verbally in English and must be able to read and understand instructions, perform record keeping, and write reports.
CNA certification is required.
Valid driver’s license, which meets Evergreen requirements for insurance purposes and proof of liability coverage if a vehicle is owned.
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 learn basic computer skills (i.e. turn on/off, log in/out, input data, approve timesheet).
At least six (6) months of experience working with developmental disabilities.

Physical Demands

Constantly moves about to coordinate work.
Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds while assisting individuals in the home, workshop, or job site.
Regularly assist individuals physically by lifting and positioning them as appropriate.
Constantly alert and aware of the individual served needs.
Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions.

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

Employment Variables

Some evening and weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the individual. Will be in constant contact with staff, individuals, their families, and other support agencies. Must be able to be on-call on a regular basis and respond to emergencies in a timely manner.

Must have a satisfactory driving record per Evergreen guidelines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Will not supervise.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES

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.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, which includes all shifts, including nights, days, and weekends.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

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

Compensation: $11.00 - $15.00 per hour

Evergreen Life Services

I want more than just a job.
I want to make a difference in people’s lives.
I want to make a difference in my community.

We want to make a difference too. Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Sometimes that reward is a smile or a song from a resident, sometimes it’s the reward of knowing you helped a resident to learn daily life skills, like setting a table or preparing a meal. It could be watching a resident make beautiful artwork in one of our studios. Every day you will have opportunities to help those with intellectual or physical disabilities feel that they are a part of a community that cares.

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.

We have nearly 2000 employees and more than 1100 individuals served in seven states, including Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Florida.

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team, because at Evergreen, everyone matters.

Evergreen, in it's mission is to serve, provide for and champion individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is looking for qualified, caring individuals to work with us.