Weekend Direct Support Specialist | Empower Lives

Paycom - ATS; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional to support clients in home and community settings in Russellville, AR.

Weekend shifts are 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, and a valid Arkansas driver’s license is required. You will assist with daily living activities, transportation, and documentation such as behavior and incident reports, while upholding HIPAA and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or two+ years’ experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Must also have a valid driver's license.
• Language skills include reading and comprehension of simple instructions and ability to write simple correspondence.
• Mathematical/computing skills: basic arithmetic and ability to use standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist Clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks (showers, dressing, housekeeping, meals, budgeting).
• Provide transportation to activities and appointments; valid Arkansas driver’s license required.
• Maintain communication via facility logbook and staff meetings about clients’ needs and progress.
• Complete required documentation (Behavioral Reports, Incident Reports, forms, logs) per FCC and Medicaid guidelines.
• Report incidents or emergencies promptly; support Plan of Care implementation.
• Assist in medication management and monitoring per guidelines.
• Organize and conduct recreational activities; model professional appearance and behavior.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Reading/Comprehension

Basic Math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Friendship Community Care, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional to support clients in home and community settings in Russellville, AR.

Weekend shifts are 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, and a valid Arkansas driver’s license is required. You will assist with daily living activities, transportation, and documentation such as behavior and incident reports, while upholding HIPAA and confidentiality.