Direct Support Professional — Day Shift (Full-Time)

Friendship Community Care, Inc.; Benton, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care, Inc. in Benton, AR is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work with clients in home and community settings.

You will assist with daily living tasks, transportation, and record-keeping to support individualized care plans. This full-time daytime role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and compassionate interaction, with duties spanning documentation, medication monitoring support, and engagement in recreation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid Arkansas driver’s license.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and to communicate effectively with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks (showers, dressing, housekeeping, meals, budgeting).
• Provide transportation to activities and appointments; valid Arkansas driver’s license required.
• Maintain communication via logs and meetings; report client needs and progress.
• Complete required documentation (behavior reports, incident reports, care sheets, etc.).
• Follow Medicaid guidelines for vehicle use, mileage, and billing forms.
• Support in care planning and monitoring of health, safety, and security.

Skills

Communication

Documentation skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Friendship Community Care, Inc. in Benton, AR is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work with clients in home and community settings.

You will assist with daily living tasks, transportation, and record-keeping to support individualized care plans. This full-time daytime role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and compassionate interaction, with duties spanning documentation, medication monitoring support, and engagement in recreation.