Evergreen Life Services · 1 month ago
Direct Support Supervisor
Bowie, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelEvergreen Life Services is an equal opportunity employer seeking a Direct Support Supervisor for their HCS program. The role involves assisting the HCS Case Manager in program operations and performing direct support duties for consumers, ensuring their safety, welfare, and proper documentation of care.
Non ProfitService IndustryVocational Education
Responsibilities
Safety and general welfare of consumers during duty hours
Proper personal hygiene of all consumers
Making sure all consumers are properly dressed for the weather and occasion before leaving the home
Properly documenting behaviors addressed in consumer's behavior management plan(s) and observing all consumers for unusual behaviors, which are not addressed but have cause for attention
Modeling appropriate personal behavior and appearance at all times
Proper administration and documentation of consumer's medications to include PRN's and standing orders as prescribed by physician with proper follow-up
Providing training on formal objectives as scheduled and provides informal training in appropriate social skills and community involvement (voting, attending church, outings or special activities)
Transporting individuals to and from work/school, doctor's appointments and outings in the community
Purchasing food supplies for the community home and properly store, label and/or date items
Knowledge of personal diets of consumers and proper implementation of diets
Proper documentation on all required forms
General housekeeping duties
Filing materials in appropriate location
Scheduling staff at least a week in advance
Completing assessments for the development of person centered plans
Training and supervising other staff members
Compliance with all safety and OSHA rules along with all other EPM policies and procedures
Communicating appropriate with individual's families
Accounting of all consumers' whereabouts
Out of town travel (vacations, Doctor's appointments)
Assisting consumers with making
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Effectively read, write and communicate verbally in English and must be able to read and understand instructions, perform record-keeping and write reports
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 state abuse and neglect registry
Submit 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)
Must be able to work in close harmony with adults who have cognitive disabilities and/or mental illnesses
Must present an objective outlook at all times
Must present an acceptable and morally upstanding character as well as physical appearance
Must be willing to work flexible hours when needed
Must have emotional stability
Constantly alert and aware to consumer's needs
Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions
Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds while assisting consumers in home, workshop, or job site
Constantly moves about to coordinate work
Must be able to work closely and harmoniously with staff within home and with outside agencies
Must provide own dependable vehicle for performance of assigned duties
Must be able to work various shifts as needed to ensure staff coverage
Will be on call 24 hours, 7 days a week
Preferred
Prior experience as a direct support worker preferred
Company
Evergreen Life Services
Evergreen Life Services empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives.
Founded in 1959
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.03MKey Investors
The Duke Energy Foundation
2023-11-10Grant· $0.03M
Leadership Team
Cathey Crow
Chief Development Officer
Joe Foran, MBA
Chief Information Officer
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