Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Rogers ID#617964

Supports; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 17,220 - 19,286; Full time

Job summary

Supports is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Fort Smith, Arkansas. As a DSP, you will provide hands-on support to individuals with disabilities while promoting their independence and quality of life. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities and ensuring a supportive environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be flexible with scheduling, and possess reliable transportation. Join our mission to help individuals live meaningful lives in their own communities.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Flexibility to work weekends.
• Must pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support in home and community settings.
• Promote independence and dignity.
• Assist with daily living skills.

Skills

Compassionate support

Reliable transportation

Flexibility in working hours

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Rogers ID#617964

Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Pay Range: $12.50 - $14.00/hour | Location: LOCATION

Available Shifts: SHIFT

(Shift assignments may vary based on individual needs and scheduling.)

Who We Are:

Arkansas Support Network (ASN) is a licensed disability services provider serving individuals across Arkansas, with offices in Springdale, Fort Smith, Camden, and Jonesboro.

We partner with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, schools, foundations, businesses, and families to provide effective, least-restrictive supports that help individuals with disabilities live meaningful lives in environments they and their families choose.

About the Role:

We are seeking compassionate and reliable DSPs to provide hands‑on support to an adult consumer in their home and community. This role focuses on promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life through person‑centered care.

DSPs empower individuals to live in a home of their choice, access community resources, attend school or work, and participate in activities that are meaningful to them.

About the Individual you will Support: Personality & Strengths

• Friendly, curious, and motivated to learn new things.
• Enjoys social activities, music, and hands‑on tasks; responds well to encouragement and positive feedback.
• Reliable with routines; shows pride in completing tasks and helping others.

Support Needs

• Benefits from clear, simple instructions and visual cues for new or multi‑step tasks.
• Thrives with predictable routines but can try new activities with gradual exposure and coaching.
• Needs prompts or practice to build independent skills for daily living (e.g., meal prep, money handling, community navigation).

How to Support Practical Guidance

• Ask first and offer choices: present options rather than making decisions for them.
• Encourage independence: prompt and coach rather than do tasks for them; fade support as skills improve.
• Balance safety with dignity of risk: discuss potential risks, support informed choices, and document agreed limits.
• Use strengths‑based language and recognize achievements frequently.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (or 1 year relevant experience)
• 18 years or older
• Required to pass background checks and required clearances
• Flexibility to work weekend schedules
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Working Conditions:

• Work occurs in people's homes, community settings, and agency sites; may include standing, walking, and driving.
• May involve exposure to challenging behaviors and physical tasks; agency provides training and supports.
• May involve lifting or using equipment to facilitate mobility.
• May involve assisting with personal care.