Direct Support Professional - #ID621096

Supports; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Supports is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional to assist an individual in daily living, exercise, hobbies, and community activities. The role focuses on fostering independence, decision-making, and positive social interactions within a safe, structured environment.

You will build daily living skills, offer consistent guidance, and help the individual engage in fitness and community outings, while maintaining clear expectations and supportive reinforcement for growth and confidence.

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• High school diploma, GED, or 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to pass background checks and screenings.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work weekends or fill-in shifts.

Responsibilities

• Building daily living skills and promoting independence.
• Encouraging positive decision-making and appropriate social interactions.
• Supporting participation in exercise, hobbies, and community outings.
• Providing consistent guidance, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement.
• Helping develop confidence, communication skills, and greater independence.

Skills

Patience

Dependable

Encouraging

Mobility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Primary Schedule: Monday -Friday : 8:00 AM -4:00|Sunday: 8:00 AM-8:00 PM

Flexibility: Opportunities for additional fill-in and weekend shifts based on individual needs and scheduling.

Meet the Individual You Will Support

Support a friendly, polite, and teachable young adult who enjoys fitness, gaming, shopping, and community activities. The individual enjoys staying active, following structured routines, and participating in preferred activities both at home and in the community.

The DSP will provide support with:

• Building daily living skills and promoting independence
• Encouraging positive decision-making and appropriate social interactions
• Supporting participation in exercise, hobbies, and community outings
• Providing consistent guidance, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement
• Helping develop confidence, communication skills, and greater independence

The ideal DSP will be patient, dependable, and encouraging while providing a safe, structured environment that supports growth and meaningful community involvement.

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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.