Direct Support Professional- ID#617649

Supports; Fayetteville (AR); Hybride; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Supports in Fayetteville, AR seeks a Direct Support Professional to help an active student balance education, social life, and independence. The role focuses on companionship, personal goal support, and community engagement in home and community settings.

Ideal candidates are reliable, respectful, and proactive, with a willingness to work evenings or weekend shifts and to assist with personal care and daily activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Age 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED or 1 year of relevant experience.
• Clear background checks and screenings.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for community outings.
• Willingness to work weekends or fill-in shifts.

Responsabilités

• Encouraging independence and personal choice for the individual.
• Assisting with budgeting and personal goals.
• Supporting community outings and social activities.
• Providing companionship and positive interactions.
• Supporting decision‑making and self-sufficiency.

Connaissances

Dependable

Respectful

Approachable

Proactive

Formation

High school diploma / GED

Description du poste

Location: Fayetteville, AR| Job ID: #617649

Available Shifts:

• Primary Schedule: Monday - Friday 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Flexibility: Opportunities for additional fill-in and weekend shifts based on individual needs and scheduling.

Meet the Individual You Will Support

The individual is highly motivated, hardworking, and enjoys staying active in the community. They are focused on higher education and value balancing school, friendships, and personal time. They enjoy spending time with friends, attending basketball and baseball games, going out to eat, listening to music, and participating in community activities.

They value independence, honesty, and open communication and appreciate having choices in their daily life. The ideal DSP will be dependable, respectful, approachable, and proactive while supporting their independence, self-advocacy, academic goals, and participation in the community.

DSP Support Includes:

• Encouraging independence and personal choice
• Supporting budgeting skills and personal goals
• Assisting with community outings and social activities
• Providing companionship and positive interactions
• Supporting decision‑making and increased self‑sufficiency

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: Willingness to work weekends or fill‑in shifts as needed.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in the individual's home, community settings, and agency sites.
• Position requires standing, walking, driving, and assisting with personal care.
• May involve physical tasks, lifting, or utilizing mobility‑facilitating equipment.
• May involve navigating challenging behaviors; ASN provides comprehensive, ongoing training and team support to ensure your success and safety.