Direct Support Professional- ID#617947

Supports; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Supports is recruiting for a friendly caregiver who will work in the client's Bentonville home and community settings. You’ll help with daily routines, meal prep, laundry, and medication reminders, while promoting independence and safe mobility.

This role includes driving to appointments and supporting the client’s interests, including weekly fishing and upcoming welding training. Shifts are Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm, with opportunities for extra fill-in and weekend shifts based on scheduling.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily routines (personal care, meal prep, laundry, home upkeep) and medication reminders.
• Coach budgeting and banking skills; support transition into welding program.
• Provide transportation to appointments and support knee physical therapy goals.

Skills

Mobility / Driving

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Location: Bentonville, AR

Available Shifts:

• Primary Schedule:Monday- Friday (8am-4pm)|
  
• Flexibility: Opportunities for additional fill-in and weekend shifts based on individual needs and scheduling.

Meet the Individual You Will Support

You will assist a friendly, kind, and easygoing male who values positive relationships and is highly motivated to increase his independence.

• Daily Fishing: This is his major, consistent interest and a favorite daily activity.
• Vocational Training: He is actively preparing to start a welding program to learn new skills.
• Relationships & Pets: He deeply values his close, long‑term friend and loves caring for his pet cat.
• Community: He is motivated to stay active, social, and connected to his local community.

Supports to Provide:

• Daily Routines: Assist with personal care, household tasks (meal prep, laundry, home upkeep), and medication reminders.
• Independence & Career: Coach him on budgeting/banking skills and support his transition into his welding program.
• Health & Wellness: Provide transportation to appointments and support his physical therapy goals for his knee (prompting exercises and reporting progress).

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.

Pay Range: $12.50 – $14.70/hour (Paid Weekly!)