Direct Support Professional (DSP) #B35

Friendship Community Care; Bryant (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care in Bryant, AR is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work on an interdisciplinary team in home and community settings. The role involves assisting clients with daily living activities, transportation, documentation, and engaging in recreational activities to promote well‑being.

You will follow medication management guidelines, maintain records, and support each client’s plan of care.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Must have a valid Arkansas driver’s license.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals preferred (2+ years).

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with basic living skills and daily personal tasks such as showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, meals, and budgeting.
• Provide transportation to activities and appointments; valid Arkansas driver’s license required.
• Maintain communication through logbooks, meetings, and other channels regarding clients’ needs and progress.
• Complete FCC-required documentation (behavioral reports, incident reports, forms, care sheets, requisitions, maintenance forms, progress notes, attendance logs).
• Follow and document records for FCC vehicles; ensure mileage and billing forms comply with Medicaid guidelines.
• Report incidents or emergencies to supervisors promptly.
• Assist in formulating, managing, revising, and following each client’s plan of care.
• Follow medication-management guidelines and monitor documentation.
• Organize and lead recreational activities for clients.
• Adhere to FCC dress code and be a positive role model.
• Respect clients and families; represent FCC’s mission.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years experience with developmentally disabled individuals

Job description

Location: FCL Bryant – Bryant, AR 72022 | Type: Full Time | Category: Direct Support Professionals | Schedule: Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Pay: $12.00 plus differential | Education Level: High school diploma or GED.

Position 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.

Core Responsibilities

• Assist clients with basic living skills and daily personal tasks including showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, preparing and planning meals, and financial budgeting.
• Provide transportation to and from activities and appointments as needed, requiring a valid Arkansas driver’s license.
• Maintain effective communication through facility logbook, staff meetings, and other appropriate means regarding clients’ needs and progress toward their plan of care by the end of each shift.
• Accurately complete all FCC‑required documentation such as behavioral reports, incident reports, complaint forms, personal‑care work sheets, requisitions, maintenance forms, progress reports, monthly attendance logs, and other required documentation.
• Follow and complete necessary documentation and maintenance of records for FTA vehicles and maintain all mileage/billing forms in compliance with Medicaid guidelines.
• Report incidents and/or emergencies to supervisors or authorized authorities immediately.
• Assist in the formulation, management, revision, and follow‑through of each client’s plan of care.
• Follow medication‑management guidelines and assist in monitoring and documenting these procedures.
• Organize and carry out recreational activities for clients.
• Act as a role model by maintaining good physical appearance and adhering to FCC's dress code.
• Treat clients and their families with dignity and respect; represent FCC’s mission in all activities.
• Assist with maintenance of FCC facilities and grounds, ensuring cleanliness and order.
• Assist with regular preventive maintenance and cleanliness of FCC vehicles.
• Attend necessary training and continue education.
• Provide proof of current liability insurance.
• Possibly undergo periodic driving tests and demonstrate proficiency in operating a motor vehicle, including passenger vans.
• Use personal vehicle for transport duties, maintaining adequate liability coverage.
• Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with Friendship Community Care Non‑Disclosure Policy and HIPAA policies.
• Adhere to FCC’s Code of Conduct and Compliance Investigation Procedures.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED; or at least two years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Language Skills

Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; present information in one‑on‑one and small group settings to customers, clients, and employees.

Mathematical/Computer Skills

Perform basic arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, divide), compute rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions given in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear. Frequently stand, walk, reach, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. May lift or move up to 100pounds. Requires close, color, and depth vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Moderate noise level; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Maintain daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly consumer progress notes and records as required by funding sources.
• Adhere to all quality assurance and HIPAA procedures.