Direct Support Professional (DSP) #D25

Friendship Community Care; Dover (AR); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Dover, Arkansas to assist clients with daily living tasks and provide transportation. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to engage individuals in recreational activities.

Candidates should possess at least a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license. The position is part time, with shifts on Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Benefits include pay and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or two or more years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Strong communication skills; able to read, comprehend, and write simple correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks.
• Provides transportation to and from activities and appointments.
• Completes all required documentation and reports incidents immediately.

Skills

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Physical capability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience with developmentally disabled individuals

Job description

Job Title: Direct Support Professional

Job Location: Valley Housing Dover, Dover, AR 72837

Position Type: Part Time

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Direct Support Professionals

Schedule: Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Pay: $12.00 plus differential

Education Level: High school diploma or 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 (shower, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, meal preparation, financial budgeting).
• Provides transportation to and from activities and appointments; a valid Arkansas driver’s license is required.
• Maintains effective communication via facility logbook, staff meetings, etc. regarding clients’ needs and progress toward their plan of care.
• Accurately completes all FCC‑required documentation (behavioral reports, incident reports, complaint forms, personal care worksheets, requisitions, maintenance forms, progress reports, monthly attendance logs, and other documentation as needed).
• Follows and completes necessary documentation and maintenance of records for FTA vehicles, maintaining mileage/billing forms in compliance with Medicaid guidelines.
• Reports incidents and/or emergencies to supervisors or delegated authorities immediately.
• Aids in formulation, management, revision, and follow‑through of the client’s Plan of Care.
• Follows medication management guidelines and assists in monitoring and documenting those procedures.
• Organizes and carries out recreational activities for clients.
• Models appropriate behavior, appearance, and actions consistent with FCC’s dress code.
• Treats clients and their families with dignity and respect, representing FCC’s mission.
• Maintains FCC facilities and grounds, keeping them clean, orderly, and functional.
• Maintains FCC vehicles, ensuring cleanliness and preventive maintenance.
• Attends required training and continues education.
• Provides proof of liability insurance and keeps it current.
• May undergo periodic driving tests and demonstrate proficiency operating a motor vehicle, including passenger vans. Employees may also occasionally use personal vehicles, maintaining adequate liability coverage.
• Opens as a safety‑sensitive position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED; or two or more years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong communication skills; ability to read, comprehend, and write simple correspondence.
• Mathematical skills—addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, percentages, and graph interpretation.
• Reasoning ability to follow instructions and interpret various forms of directions.
• Physical capability to stand, walk, reach, sit, lift up to 100 pounds; vision abilities including close, color, depth perception.

QUALITY ASSURANCE & COMPLIANCE

• Follow the Code of Conduct and Compliance Investigation Procedures.
• Maintain consumers’ progress notes daily or as needed.
• Maintain consumers’ records weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly as required by funding sources.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level is usually moderate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CONFINEMENT, PRIVACY AND OTHER CONDITIONS

Maintain confidentiality of all information received regarding Friendship Community Care, Inc. and the clients. Conditions of confidentiality shall be in compliance with Friendship Community Care Non‑Disclosure Policy and HIPAA Policies.

NOTE ON PERMANENCE OF DESCRIPTION

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive; employees may perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor. 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.