Direct Support Professional - Full Time (Conway)

ACCESS Group, Inc.; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Job summary

ACCESS Group, Inc. is seeking a passionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join their team in Conway, Arkansas. In this fulfilling full-time role, you will support individuals in their daily activities, fostering creativity and positive growth. You'll help clients thrive in their own homes and engage meaningfully within their communities.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and will undergo training before working directly with clients. Enjoy a supportive family-like culture while making a real difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to satisfactorily perform essential job duties.
• Completion of two full days of training and orientation before working with clients.

Responsibilities

• Craft personalized activities and experiences for clients.
• Assist clients with daily living skills and foster creativity.
• Guide clients through community-inclusion activities.
• Help clients develop essential skills like money management and cooking.
• Provide professional intervention and behavior management.
• Celebrate client milestones and progress.
• Participate in continuous learning and development opportunities.

Skills

Ability to craft personalized activities

Creative caregiving

Community connection

Skill-building abilities

Professional intervention and behavior management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional

Full Time

Are you ready to embark on a journey?

Where every day is filled with meaning and

making a real difference in people's lives?

Join us at ACCESS as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)!

As a DSP, you'll be more than just a support provider; you'll be a beacon of positivity and empowerment for our clients. Picture yourself helping individuals thrive in their own homes, with their families, or in a cozy community setting.

But wait, there's more!

Here's why being a DSP with us is the most engaging and fun opportunity:

• Tailored Adventures: Say goodbye to mundane routines! You'll be crafting personalized activities and experiences that not only assist clients in their development but also bring joy and excitement to their lives.
• Creative Caregiving: No two days are the same! From assisting with daily living skills to sparking creativity with goal-focused activities, your role is all about nurturing individuality and growth.
• Community Connection: Get ready to explore! You'll be guiding our clients through a variety of community-inclusion activities, ensuring they have a blast while forging meaningful connections outside their homes.
• Skill-Building Bonanza: Whether it's mastering money management or perfecting cooking skills, you'll be the guru of growth, helping clients unlock their full potential one skill at a time.
• Superhero Support: Encounter a challenge? Fear not! You'll be equipped with the superpowers of professional intervention and behavior management, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for everyone.
• Celebration Central: Every milestone is a reason to celebrate! Witnessing the progress of our clients and being a part of their success stories will fill your heart with pride and joy.
• Continuous Learning: At ACCESS, we're all about growth! You'll have access to regular trainings and development opportunities, keeping you sharp, skilled, and ready to conquer any challenge.
• Culture of Care: We're not just colleagues; we're family.

So, if you're ready to embark on an adventure where your passion meets purpose, join us at ACCESS as a Direct Support Professional.

Together, let's create moments that matter and memories that last a lifetime!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 18 years old
• Ability to satisfactorily perform each essential job duty listed.
• No specific experience is required; however, the employee must complete two full days of training and orientation prior to working directly with any client, with one day of training being client specific.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Moderate travel is required for this position; this travel includes transporting students/clients.
• ACCESS drivers are required to maintain a valid Driver's License, current auto liability insurance and registration, a clean driving record, and physical ability to drive to local and non-local locations throughout Arkansas.