Direct Support Professional III
Company: Evergreen Life Services
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching
Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Title: Direct
Support Professional III Reports To: Home Director I & II
Classification: Full-Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Created: November
29, 2013 JOB SUMMARY Responsible for maintaining a healthy, safe,
and therapeutic environment for individuals and following through
on their plans of care. Assist the Community Home Manager or
appropriate Program Supervisor as required. Administer medication
as allowed by appropriate state medication administration
guidelines. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Ensure the health and welfare
of the individuals served. Assist individual(s) served with
medication and treatment plans as needed. Count and dispense
appropriate medications as outlined in state medication
administration guidelines. Train individuals in the care and
cleaning of their living area or home by performing and modeling
simple tasks such as making a bed, cleaning the floor, and other
basic housekeeping tasks. Clean the living area and assist
individuals with laundry. Report general maintenance needs of
living area or home unit. 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. Participate in the
development and implementation of the active treatment plan and
nutritional, behavioral, and physical support plans. 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 (e.g., daily notes,
incident reports, medical information such as seizures, vital signs
as trained medication errors, etc.) 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. Provide transportation
for individuals served in the company or personal vehicle as
requested, i.e., appointments, activities, etc. Report
accidents/incidents and suspected cases of abuse or neglect of
individuals per Evergreen policies and procedures. Provide
instruction to individuals involved in work activities associated
with vocational opportunities. Provide supervision to staff in the
absence of the manager and monitor the needs of the home(s) as
required during shift. Assist with emergencies and urgent matters
as they arise and make appropriate notifications to management.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/JOB KNOWLEDGE 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.). Successful
completion of appropriate state medication administration
certification and up-to-date training. 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
individual(s) served in the home, workshop, or job site. Regularly
assist the individual(s) served physically by lifting and
positioning them as appropriate. Constantly alert and aware of
individual(s) 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. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Will not
have direct reports. Some supervisory responsibilities may be
required in the absence of a supervisor. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Constantly moves about to coordinate work. Regularly moves and
positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds while assisting
individual(s) served in the home, workshop, or job site. Regularly
assist the individual(s) served physically by lifting and
positioning them as appropriate. Constantly alert and aware of
individual(s) served needs. Occasionally exposed to viruses and
infectious conditions. 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, which 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.
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