The Lawn Care Crew Member/Direct Support Professional landscapes and maintains grounds of commercial properties using hand or power tools or equipment. Workers typically perform a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: mowing, trimming, digging, raking.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Direct Support
Works directly with our consumers in a variety of employment settings and/or program models designed to address their individual program needs and life goals.
Assumes responsibility for implementation of individualized treatment plan goals, teaching strategies, and reporting assignments.
Provides on-site employment and life skills training.
Assists individuals in making personal choices and accessing community activities.
Assists individuals in accessing public and/or generic transportation (native supports); provides transportation as assigned.
Performs other related duties as required.
General Laborer:
Landscaping (mowing lawns, leaf blowing, trimming hedges, raking leaves etc.)
Hand Tools & Power Tools (use and maintain assorted power tools and hand tools, including mowers, trimmers, shovels, rakes, leaf blowers, etc.)
Off Season Responsibilities:
During off season, Lawn Care Crew Member/Direct Support Professionals would be responsible for floor specials: stripping, waxing, buffing, carpet cleaning, and window washing.
REQUIREMENTS
Positions that require driving, as per our carrier, drivers must be at least 21 years old with a clean driving record.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of relevant work experience strongly preferred.
SALARY
$22.00/hour
BENEFITS
Paid Time Off
Ten (10) company paid Holidays per year
401K with company Match
Major medical, Dental and vison Plan
HRA (Health Reimbursement Account)
EAP Program
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Easterseals is a non-profit organization which participates with the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program or Teacher Loan Forgiveness. To see if you qualify or for more information you can visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation
Easterseals is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Easterseals does not offer sponsorship for applicants of work visa.