Evening Direct Support Specialist

Friendship Community Care, Inc.; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional for Archway Apartments in Russellville, AR.

This full-time position offers evening shifts (Mon-Fri, 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM) delivering care on an interdisciplinary team in home and community settings. Responsibilities include assisting clients with daily living, transportation, documentation, and plan-of-care adherence, as well as safe medication practices and activity planning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or two+ years' experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Must also have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assists Clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks.
• Providing transportation to and from activities and appointments as needed, for which a valid Arkansas Driver's License is required.
• Maintains confidentiality across HIPAA policies and documents.
• Completes documentation and forms per Medicaid guidelines and organizational policies.
• Follows Plan of Care to ensure health, safety and security.
• Monitors and documents medication management procedures.
• Organizes and carries out recreational activities for the clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading and writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Friendship Community Care, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional for Archway Apartments in Russellville, AR.

This full-time position offers evening shifts (Mon-Fri, 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM) delivering care on an interdisciplinary team in home and community settings. Responsibilities include assisting clients with daily living, transportation, documentation, and plan-of-care adherence, as well as safe medication practices and activity planning.