Direct Support Specialist — Home & Community Care

Friendship Community Care; Dover (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care in Arkansas is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist clients with daily living skills in home and community settings, ensuring safety, dignity, and high-quality care as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The role includes helping with personal care, meals, budgeting, transportation, documentation, and adherence to HIPAA policies. Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid Arkansas driver’s license, with a weekend schedule.

Qualifications

• Basic ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and forms.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow care plans and documentation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities (showering, dressing, meals).
• Provide transportation to activities and appointments as needed with a valid Arkansas license.
• Complete and maintain required documentation (behavioral reports, incident reports, progress notes).
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance; communicate client needs with the team.
• Support formulation and implementation of the client’s plan of care and monitor safety.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Friendship Community Care in Arkansas is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist clients with daily living skills in home and community settings, ensuring safety, dignity, and high-quality care as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The role includes helping with personal care, meals, budgeting, transportation, documentation, and adherence to HIPAA policies. Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid Arkansas driver’s license, with a weekend schedule.