Direct Support Professional

Myers-Davis; Mountain Home (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Myers-Davis in Mountain Home, AR, is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team supporting individuals in community-based services under the Arkansas DDS waiver program. This part-time role covers Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, with a focus on person-centered care and safety.

We look for compassionate, patient caregivers who help clients build independence, assist with daily living, personal hygiene, mobility, and social/interpersonal skills, while following our

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid state ID or license.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background checks.
• Represents Myers-Davis' mission, values, and philosophy.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Safety-minded

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

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 Part-Time position with the following schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 7:00am-7:00pm.

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