Direct Support Professional - Weekly Pay & Community Impact

Supports; Arkansas; On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Supports is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide daily living assistance in Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. You will help individuals follow their plans, maintain homes, manage budgets, and accompany them to activities in the community.

This role requires patience, reliability, and the ability to work with a team, with ongoing training in Best Practices for supporting people with disabilities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, day-to-day support per the individuals' plan.
• Help individuals maintain safe, clean homes and manage budgets and records.
• Assist with transportation, school/work/community activities.
• Complete required documentation (time sheets, logs, etc.).
• Promote community engagement and skill development.
• Attend competency-based and ongoing Best Practices training.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma / GED / 1 year experience

Job description

Supports is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide daily living assistance in Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. You will help individuals follow their plans, maintain homes, manage budgets, and accompany them to activities in the community.

This role requires patience, reliability, and the ability to work with a team, with ongoing training in Best Practices for supporting people with disabilities.