Direct Support Professional; DSP

Job Details

Job Location:

Alexander, AR 72002

Position Type:
Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Job Category:
Direct Support Professionals

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 6-hour flex

Pay: $12.45

Education Level: High school diploma or general education degree (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, including showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, preparing and planning meals, and financial budgeting.
• Provides transportation to and from activities and appointments as needed; a valid Arkansas driver’s license is required.
• Maintains good communication via appropriate means (facility logbook, staff meetings, etc.) regarding clients’ needs and progress toward their plan of care by the end of shift.
• Accurately completes all documentation required by FCC, including behavioral reports, incident reports, complaint forms, personal care worksheets, requisitions, maintenance forms, progress reports, monthly attendance logs, and other required documentation.
• Strictly follows and completes necessary documentation and maintenance of records for FTA vehicles and maintains all mileage/billing forms in compliance with Medicaid guidelines.
• Reports incidents and/or emergencies to supervisors or delegated authorities immediately; this position is safety sensitive.
• Assists in the formulation, management, revision, and follow‑through of the client’s plan of care to ensure treatment is carried out and good health, safety, and security are prioritized.
• Follows proper medication management guidelines and assists in the monitoring and documentation of these procedures.
• Organizes and carries out recreational activities for the clients.
• Expects good role modeling for clients through appropriate physical appearance, adherence to FCC’s dress code, and appropriate actions.
• Treats the client and their families with dignity and respect, representing FCC’s mission in all interactions.
• Assists in the maintenance of FCC facilities and grounds, keeping them clean, orderly, and functioning.
• Assists in the maintenance of FCC vehicles, ensuring cleanliness and regular preventive maintenance.
• Attends necessary training and continues education.
• Provides proof of liability insurance and keeps it current.
• Might be required to undergo periodic driving tests and demonstrate proficiency in operating motor vehicles, including passenger vans. Employees may also be required to drive personal vehicles at times and maintain adequate liability coverage on any personal vehicle used to transport participants.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information received regarding Friendship Community Care, Inc. and the clients, complying with the Friendship Community Care Non‑Disclosure Policy and HIPAA policies.
• Performs other reasonable related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct and Compliance Investigation Procedures as covered in new employee training.
• Maintains and completes consumers’ progress notes daily or as needed on prescribed forms.
• Maintains consumers’ records weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly; files all information in the consumers’ records as needed and updates them as prescribed by funding sources.

• Education and/or experience:
  High school diploma or GED, or at least two years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals. Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Language skills:
  Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write…