Direct Support Professional (DSP) #1564

Friendship Community Care; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Russellville, AR. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to provide safe, quality services in home and community settings.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and ability to assist with daily living activities, documentation, and transportation. Schedule varies; pay is $12.00 plus differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read simple instructions and short memos.
• Basic math and budgeting skills.
• Ability to document and report clearly.
• Valid Arkansas driver’s license or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living tasks and personal care.
• Provide transportation to activities and appointments.
• Complete documentation like progress notes and incident reports.
• Maintain records and ensure Medicaid compliance.
• Assist in medication management and monitoring.
• Organize and conduct client recreation activities.
• Maintain professional appearance and adhere to dress code.

Skills

Communication

Reading & Writing

Math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience with developmentally disabled individuals (2+ years)

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Russellville, AR 72802

Position Type: Fill-In

Job Category: Direct Support Professionals

Schedule: Days and hours will vary

Pay: $12.00 plus differential

Education Level: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Summary

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks, including showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, preparing and planning meals, and financial budgeting.
• Provides transportation to and from activities and appointments as needed, requiring a valid Arkansas Driver’s License.
• Maintains good communication via appropriate means (facility logbook, staff meeting, etc.) between staff regarding clients’ needs and progress toward their plan of care by the end of shift.
• Accurately completes all documentation required by FCC, such as behavioral reports, incident reports, complaint forms, personal care worksheets, requisitions, maintenance forms, progress reports, monthly attendance logs, and other required documentation.
• Follows and completes necessary documentation and maintenance of records for FTA vehicles and maintains all mileage/billing forms in compliance with Medicaid guidelines.
• Reports incidents and/or emergencies to supervisors or delegated authorities immediately as this is a safety‑sensitive position.
• Assists in the formulation, management, revision, and follow‑through of the client’s Plan of Care to ensure treatment is carried out and good health, safety and security are prioritized.
• Follows proper medication management guidelines and assists in monitoring and documenting these procedures.
• Organizes and carries out recreational activities for the clients.
• Demonstrates good role modeling for clients through appropriate physical appearance, adherence to FCC dress code, and appropriate actions.
• Treats the client and their families with dignity and respect, representing FCC’s mission.
• Assists in maintenance of FCC facilities and grounds, keeping them clean, orderly and functioning.
• Assists in maintenance of FCC vehicles, ensuring cleanliness and regular preventive maintenance.
• Attends necessary training and continues education.
• Provides proof of liability insurance and keeps it current.
• Might be required to undergo periodic driving test and demonstrate proficiency in operating a motor vehicle, including passenger vans; may also be required to drive personal vehicles when used to transport participants, maintaining adequate liability coverage.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information received regarding Friendship Community Care, Inc. and the clients in accordance with Friendship Community Care Non‑Disclosure Policy and HIPAA Policies.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Follows the Code of Conduct and Compliance Investigation Procedures as outlined in new employee training.
• Maintains and completes consumer progress notes daily or as needed on prescribed forms.
• Maintains consumer records weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly; files all information as required and updates as prescribed by funding sources.

Work Environment

The work environment is generally moderate in noise level and may require reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or two or more years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to clients and employees.
• Mathematical skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure; compute rates, ratios, percentages; draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Reasoning ability: apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Physical Demands

Required: hand use to finger, handle or feel objects; talk or hear; stand, walk, reach; sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Vision requirements: close vision, colour vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Additional Notes

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The organization reserves the right to revise or change duties as the need arises. All duties may change at any time, with or without notice; duties assigned by supervisor shall be performed.