Direct Support Professional

Bost, Inc.; Fort Smith, Northern (AR, KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Bost, Inc. is seeking full-time Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals and their families at home, helping with daily living activities such as meal preparation, medication administration, and personal care.

DSPs support community participation, accompany outings, and provide transportation as needed, working with clinical staff on therapeutic and behavioral plans to enhance quality of life. Workdays are Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, at $13.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Compassionate care and strong interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to communicate clearly with individuals, families, and clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home assistance with activities of daily living (meal prep, personal care, medication administration).
• Support community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings or arranging transportation.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Description

Come join our team. It’ll be the hardest job you’ll ever love!

Bost is excited to announce that we are seeking full time DSPs to work directly with individuals and their families to help support and maximize the individual’s quality of life by providing in home assistance with activities of daily living, such as meal preparation and planning; medication administration; and personal care. DSPs also facilitate community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community or providing transportation to work or other activities. In addition, DSP’s support therapeutic and behavioral plans in partnership with clinical staff to enhance the quality of life.

Workdays/Hours: Monday through Friday 2:00 PM-10:00 PM

Pay Rate: $13.50/hr

Due to the volume of applications that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance
• Pass a background check, reference check and drug screening

EOE/M/F/Disability/Veteran