Direct Support Professional - Fort Smith, AR

Arkansas Support Network; Fort Smith (AR); Vor Ort; USD 27.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Supports is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Fort Smith, AR. You will provide daily support per the individual's plan, help keep living areas safe and organized, and assist with transportation and community activities.

The role requires a coordinator mindset, flexibility, and reliability, with ongoing training in best practices for supporting individuals with disabilities.

Qualifikationen

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma, GED, or 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and screenings.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Flexibility and teamwork mentality.

Aufgaben

• Provide direct, day-to-day support as defined in the individual's plan.
• Assist with maintaining homes, budgets, and menu planning.
• Support individuals in daily activities and community outings.
• Complete required documentation and records.
• Promote community engagement and skill development.
• Participate in required training and best practices.

Kenntnisse

Flexibility

Teamwork

Reliability

Mobility

Ausbildung

High school diploma / GED

Jobbeschreibung

Direct Support Professional - Fort Smith, AR

What You'll do:

• Provides direct, day-to-day support, services, and resources as defined in the individuals' plan.
• Aids assigned individuals in maintaining their homes in a neat, clean, and safe manner. This involves vigilant adherence to fire and health regulations, oversight of personal budgets, weekly expense records, account balances, and menu planning.
• Supports and aids consumers in various daily activities, including transportation, school/work/community functions, and more.
• Completes required documentation in accordance with organizational requirements. This encompasses emergency files, time sheets, travel logs, calendars, medication records, accident/incident forms, written inventories, Health Professional Visitation Form, petty cash forms, and other necessary records.
• Promotes community engagement, encouraging individuals to participate actively. This involves creating opportunities for skill development, such as communication and adaptability, while fostering a secure and inclusive environment.
• Attends competency-based training as well as ongoing training in 'Best Practices' for individuals with disabilities, as assigned by the supervisor. This includes, but is not limited to, orientation and sponsored training.

What You'll Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

• Age: Must be 18 years or older.
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or 1 year of relevant experience.
• Clearances: Ability to pass all required background checks and screenings.
• Mobility: A valid driver's license and reliable transportation (essential for community outings).
• Flexibility, teamwork mentality, and reliability.

Pay Rate: Determined based on the individual's level of support needs.| Weekly Pay

Location:Fort Smith, AR & Surrounding Areas