Direct Support Professional (DSP) #1167

Friendship Community Care; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The Direct Support Professional role at Friendship Community Care serves individuals with disabilities in home and community settings in Fort Smith, AR. This part-time position involves teamwork, safety, and delivering meaningful activities aligned with each client’s plan of care.

Responsibilities include helping with daily living tasks, providing transportation, accurate documentation, and adherence to HIPAA and FCC policies. Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or at least two years’ experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients with basic living skills and daily personal tasks, including showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, meal planning and budgeting.
• Provides transportation to and from activities and appointments; a valid Arkansas Driver's License is required.
• Maintains documentation and records consistent with Medicaid guidelines and FCC policies.
• Follows client Plan of Care and records progress in required forms and logs.
• Organizes recreational activities and acts as a respectful role model within FCC’s environment.

Skills

Language skills

Basic math

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years with developmentally disabled individuals

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Details

Location: Fort Smith, AR 72903
Position Type: Part Time
Schedule: 3 days a week - 5 hours flex
Pay: $12.55/hr
Education Level: High school diploma or GED.

Overview

The Direct Support Professional works on an interdisciplinary team that delivers superior quality of service, providing appropriate activities in a safe and healthy environment within the home and community setting.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients with basic living skills and daily personal tasks, including showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, meal planning and financial budgeting.
• Provides transportation to and from activities and appointments as needed; a valid Arkansas Driver's License is required.
• Maintains good communication via facility logbook, staff meetings, etc., regarding clients' needs and progress toward their plan of care.
• Accurately completes all required documentation (Behavioral Reports, Incident Reports, Complaint Forms, Personal Care Work Sheets, Requisitions, Maintenance Forms, Progress Reports, Monthly Attendance Logs, and other documentation as required by FCC).
• Follows documentation and record maintenance for FTA vehicles and maintains mileage/billing forms in compliance with Medicaid guidelines.
• Reports incidents and emergencies to supervisors or delegated authorities immediately.
• Assists in formulation, management, revision, and follow‑through of the client’s Plan of Care.
• Follows proper medication management guidelines, and assists in monitoring and documenting procedures.
• Organizes and carries out recreational activities for clients.
• Acts as a role model for clients through appropriate physical appearance, adherence to FCC dress code, and appropriate actions.
• Treats clients and families with dignity and respect, representing FCC’s mission.
• Assists in maintenance of FCC facilities, grounds, vehicles, ensuring cleanliness and preventive maintenance.
• Attends necessary training and continues education.
• Provides proof of liability insurance and keeps it current; if required, undergoes periodic driving test and demonstrates proficiency with passenger vans and personal vehicles used for transport.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with FCC’s Non-Disclosure Policy and HIPAA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or at least two years’ experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Valid driver's license.

Skills

• Language: can read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; can write simple correspondence; can effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group settings.
• Computer: can add, subtract, multiply, divide; compute rates, ratios, percentages; draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Reasoning: applies common sense to carry out written, oral, or diagram instructions; interprets a variety of instructions.

Physical Demands

Regularly uses hands, performs tasks that require standing, walking, reaching, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Occasionally lifts or moves up to 100 pounds. Requires close, color, depth vision and ability to adjust focus.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

Follows FCC Code of Conduct and Compliance Investigation Procedures, maintains consumer progress notes and records on prescribed forms, complies with HIPAA procedures, and participates in quality assurance measures.

Other Information

The organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.