Direct Support Professional; DSP) #M08

Job Details

Job Location:

FCL Marshall - Marshall, AR 72650
Position Type:
Full Time

Job Shift: Weekend

Schedule:

Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Pay: $12.50
Education level:
High school diploma or GED

The Direct Support Professional works on an interdisciplinary team that delivers superior quality of service and provides appropriate activities in a safe and healthy environment within the home and community setting.

• 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; a valid Arkansas Driver's License is required.
• Maintains good communication via appropriate means (facility logbook, staff meeting, etc.) regarding clients' needs and progress toward their plan of care by the end of shift.
• Accurately completes all required documentation by FCC, including behavioral reports, incident reports, compliance forms, personal care worksheets, requisitions, maintenance forms, progress reports, monthly attendance logs, and other necessary documentation.
• Follows Medicaid guidelines for FTA vehicle documentation, maintaining all mileage/billing forms.
• Reports incidents and/or emergencies immediately to supervisors or delegated authorities; this is a safety-sensitive position.
• Assists in the formulation, management, revision, and follow-through of the client’s Plan of Care to ensure treatment is carried out safely.
• Follows medication management guidelines and assists in monitoring and documenting these procedures.
• Organizes and carries out recreational activities for clients.
• Models appropriate physical appearance and behavior, adhering to FCC’s dress code.
• Treats clients and families with dignity and respect, reflecting FCC’s mission.
• Assists in maintaining FCC facilities, grounds, and vehicles.
• Attends required training and continues education.
• Provides proof of liability insurance and keeps it current; may drive personal vehicle if required, maintaining adequate liability coverage.

Applicants must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• High school diploma or GED; or two+ years experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
• Valid driver’s license.

Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple correspondence; present information effectively in one-on-one and small group settings.

Ability to perform basic arithmetic, calculate rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret bar graphs.

Ability to apply commonsense to carry out written, oral, or diagram instructions and interpret various instruction forms.

• Regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; stand, walk, reach with hands and arms; sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
• Requires close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.