Direct Support Professional (DSP) #V63

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

Job summary

Friendship Community Care in Atkins, AR, is hiring a Direct Support Professional for part-time work on weekends. The role involves assisting clients with daily tasks, providing transportation, and maintaining documentation of care.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED and a valid Arkansas driver's license. Candidates should have experience working with developmentally disabled individuals. This role is vital for delivering quality support in a safe and nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with basic living skills and daily tasks.
• Provide transportation to appointments and activities as required.
• Maintain communication with staff about clients' needs.

Skills

Assistance in daily living skills

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience with developmentally disabled individuals

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Whitley Place Atkins - Atkins, AR 72823

Position Type: Part Time

Job Shift: Weekend

Job Category: Direct Support Professionals

Schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 AM - 10:00 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks: showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, preparing and planning meals, 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 appropriate means (Facility logbook, staff meetings, 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 (Behavioral Reports, Incident Reports, Complaint Forms, Personal Care Work Sheets, Requisitions, Maintenance Forms, Progress Reports, Monthly Attendance Logs, and other required documentation).
• Follows documentation and maintenance of records for FTA vehicles, maintaining all mileage/billing forms in compliance with Medicaid guidelines.
• Reports incidents and/or emergencies to supervisors or delegated authorities immediately.
• Assists in the 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 the clients.
• Maintains good role modeling for clients through appropriate physical appearance, dress code compliance, and appropriate actions.
• Treats clients and their families with dignity and respect, reflecting FCC’s mission.
• Maintains FCC facilities and grounds, keeping them clean, orderly, and functioning.
• Maintains FCC vehicles, ensuring cleanliness and preventive maintenance.
• Attends necessary training and continues education.
• Provides proof of liability insurance and keeps it current.
• Might be required to undergo periodic driving tests and demonstrate proficiency in the operation of motor vehicles, including passenger vans; may also drive personal vehicle with adequate liability coverage.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Follows the Code of Conduct and Compliance Investigation Procedures at all times.
• Maintains consumers’ progress notes daily or as needed on prescribed forms.
• Maintains consumers’ records weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly as required by funding sources.

Confidentiality

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

Work Environment

Moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; or two or more years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Valid driver's license.

Language Skills

Ability to 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 other employees.

Mathematical/Computer Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percentage; draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; interpret a variety of instructions.

Physical Demands

The employee must use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; stand, walk, reach; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. Occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.