Weekend Direct Support Specialist (Part-Time)

Friendship Community Care; Tucker (AR); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Friendship Community Care in Tucker, AR is seeking a Direct Support Professional for weekend shifts. The role involves assisting clients with daily living activities, transportation, documentation, and participation in Plan of Care in home and community settings.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Arkansas Driver’s License, and strong communication skills. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, following HIPAA and FCC guidelines, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Numerical skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, rates, ratios, percentages, and interpreting bar graphs.
• Reasoning ability: applying commonsense to carry out instructions, interpreting various forms of communication.
• Physical capability: frequent standing, walking, and reaching; occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with FCC’s Non‑Disclosure Policy and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks such as showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, preparing and planning meals, and financial budgeting.
• Provides transportation to and from activities and appointments as needed; requires a valid Arkansas Driver’s License.
• Maintains good communication via facility logbook, staff meetings, or other appropriate means regarding clients’ needs and progress toward their plan of care by the end of shift.
• Accurately completes all required documentation (behavioral reports, incident reports, compliance forms, personal care worksheets, requisitions, maintenance forms, progress reports, monthly attendance logs, etc.) as required by FCC and Medicaid guidelines.
• Reports incidents and/or emergencies to supervisors or delegated authorities immediately; this is a safety‑sensitive position.
• Assists in the formulation, management, revision, and follow‑through of the client’s Plan of Care to ensure that treatment is carried out with good health, safety, and security prioritized.

Skills

Communication skills

Numerical skills

Reasoning ability

Physical capability

Confidentiality (HIPAA)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years experience with developmentally disabled individuals

Job description

Friendship Community Care in Tucker, AR is seeking a Direct Support Professional for weekend shifts. The role involves assisting clients with daily living activities, transportation, documentation, and participation in Plan of Care in home and community settings.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Arkansas Driver’s License, and strong communication skills. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, following HIPAA and FCC guidelines, with opportunities for