Direct Support Professional

Myers Davis; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Myers Davis in North Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional. This role involves providing compassionate support and care to individuals, helping them foster independence through community-based services associated with the Waiver program.

The position requires working 40 hours a week, typically from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with occasional Saturdays. Applicants must meet specific requirements, including a valid state ID and the ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Understanding

Job 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 that is 40 hours per week with the following schedule: 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday with some Saturdays.

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