Direct Support Professional

Myers Davis Life Coaching Inc; Alexander (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Myers-Davis Life Coaching Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Arkansas to work with individuals under the DDS Waiver program. The role reports to the Direct Care Supervisor & Waiver Services Director and involves a team approach to community-based services.

The position is full-time with Monday–Friday shifts from 5:30am-8:30am and 3:30pm-6:30pm. Responsibilities include promoting independence, safety, and personal care while transporting individuals as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with individuals in community and home settings.
• Demonstrates patience and compassionate communication.
• Ability to promote independence and safety.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit compassion and support consumers in a safe environment.
• Foster independence in individuals.
• Help individuals acquire social behavior and interpersonal skills.
• Provide person-centered care to all individuals supported.
• Assist with community outings, hygiene, mobility, and meal prep.
• Provide verbal prompting for communication needs and home safety.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Kindness

Understanding

Team player

Job description

Description

Reporting to their Direct Care Supervisor & Waiver Services Director, the Direct Support Professional (DSP) will participate in the team approach toward accomplishing the goal of Community Based Services associated with the Waiver program through Arkansas Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS).

This is a Full-Time position with the following schedule: Monday-Friday, 5:30am-8:30am/3:30pm-6:30pm.

Must be comfortable transporting individual in wheelchair-accessible van to and from school, events, and appointments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Exhibit compassion, support consumers, and ensure a safe environment
• Foster independence in individuals
• Help individuals acquire skills, such as social behavior & interpersonal competence
• Provide a person-centered care approach to all individuals we support
• Assist with community outings, personal hygiene assistance, mobility exercises and meal prep
• Assist with verbal prompting for communication needs and in home safety practices

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a valid state license or ID
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen & background checks
• Should exhibit characteristics such as patience, kindness, and understanding
• Adheres to Myers-Davis’ mission vision and philosophy