Direct Support Professional — Flexible Schedule

Prosper Community Care Services; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Prosper Community Care Services provides 24-hour Supportive Living services to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) under the Arkansas DDS CES Waiver program. We seek dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide direct care and skill-building support in a group residential setting.

DSPs assist with daily living activities while promoting independence, dignity, safety, and community integration per DDS Provider Standards and PCSPs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum age of 18 required.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation with liability auto insurance.
• Ability to pass Arkansas DDS background checks and required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with each individual's medical needs, diagnoses, medications, strengths, and support needs.
• Implement goals and objectives outlined in the Individualized Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP).
• Support daily routines and structured schedules.
• Assist individuals with independent living skills including budgeting, shopping, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, and housekeeping.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment.
• Accompany individuals into the community for age-appropriate activities.
• Support positive behavior strategies and follow Behavior Support Plans.
• Collect required behavioral data when applicable.
• Assist with medication administration per DDS policy and training.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Valid Driver's License

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Prosper Community Care Services provides 24-hour Supportive Living services to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) under the Arkansas DDS CES Waiver program. We seek dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide direct care and skill-building support in a group residential setting.

DSPs assist with daily living activities while promoting independence, dignity, safety, and community integration per DDS Provider Standards and PCSPs.