Weekend Direct Support Specialist

Paycom - ATS; Dover (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional to work with clients in home and community settings. You will assist with daily living tasks, provide transportation, and support health and safety plans.

You will document progress, manage medications, and participate in activities designed to enhance clients\' quality of life. Strong communication, reliability, and adherence to HIPAA are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two+ years' experience with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Must have a valid driver\'s license.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, write simple correspondence, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks (e.g., showers, dressing, housekeeping, meals).
• Provide transportation to activities and appointments as needed.
• Maintain communication via logs and staff meetings about clients\' needs and progress.
• Complete required documentation (Behavioral, Incident, Progress reports, etc.).
• Follow medication management guidelines and assist with monitoring and documentation.
• Organize and carry out recreational activities for clients.
• Maintain confidentiality in line with HIPAA and organizational policy.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Medication management

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two+ years' experience with developmentally disabled individuals

Job description

Friendship Community Care, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional to work with clients in home and community settings. You will assist with daily living tasks, provide transportation, and support health and safety plans.

You will document progress, manage medications, and participate in activities designed to enhance clients\' quality of life. Strong communication, reliability, and adherence to HIPAA are essential.