Direct Support Professional

Prosper Community Care Services; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Prosper Community Care Services is looking for Direct Support Professionals to provide direct care and skill-building support in a group residential setting for individuals with IDD under the Arkansas DDS CES Waiver.

DSPs will assist with daily living activities, promote independence, dignity, safety, and community integration, following PCSP and DDS Provider Standards, with training and supervision provided by the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Reliable transportation with current liability auto insurance.
• Arkansas State Police background check.
• Adult & Child Maltreatment Registry checks.
• Drug screening.
• CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to complete required DDS pre-service and annual training.

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with each individual's medical needs, diagnoses, medications, strengths, and support needs.
• Implement goals and objectives outlined in the Individualized Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP).
• Support daily routines and structured schedules.
• Assist individuals with independent living skills including budgeting, shopping, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, and housekeeping.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment.
• Accompany individuals into the community for age-appropriate activities.
• Support positive behavior strategies and follow approved Behavior Support Plans (if applicable).
• Collect required behavioral data when applicable.
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with DDS policy and training.
• Ensure medications are stored securely and administered correctly.
• Complete accurate daily progress notes and service documentation.
• Maintain open communication with supervisors, team members, case managers, and other stakeholders.
• Attend team meetings and provide relevant updates on progress and concerns.
• Report incidents immediately and complete required Critical Incident Reports per DDS standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect participant rights under HCBS guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

Prosper Community Care Services provides 24-hour Supportive Living services to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) under the Arkansas Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) CES Waiver program.

We are seeking dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide direct care and skill-building support in a group residential setting. DSPs are responsible for assisting individuals with daily living activities while promoting independence, dignity, safety, and community integration in accordance with DDS Provider Standards and Person-Centered Service Plans (PCSP).

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with each individual's medical needs, diagnoses, medications, strengths, and support needs
• Implement goals and objectives outlined in the Individualized Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP)
• Support daily routines and structured schedules
• Assist individuals with independent living skills including budgeting, shopping, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, and housekeeping
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment
• Accompany individuals into the community for age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate activities
• Support positive behavior strategies and follow approved Behavior Support Plans (if applicable)
• Collect required behavioral data when applicable
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with DDS policy and training
• Ensure medications are stored securely and administered correctlyComplete accurate daily progress notes and service documentation
• Maintain open communication with supervisors, team members, case managers, and other stakeholders
• Attend team meetings and provide relevant updates on progress and concerns
• Report incidents immediately and complete required Critical Incident Reports per DDS standards
• Maintain confidentiality and protect participant rights under HCBS guidelines

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum age of 18
• Valid Driver's License
• Reliable transportation with current liability auto insurance
• Ability to pass:
• Arkansas State Police background check
• Adult & Child Maltreatment Registry checks
• Drug screening
• CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to complete required DDS pre-service and annual training

Preferred:

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Ability to manage crises calmly and professionally

Training Requirements

• Completion of all required training
• Annual in-service training hours as required
• Ongoing training in best practices for supporting individuals with developmental disabilities

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person