Direct Support Professional (DSP) #A17

FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY CARE•Russellville, AR

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) works on an interdisciplinary team to provide quality services and appropriate activities in a safe, healthy environment in clients’ homes and community settings. The role supports clients with daily living skills, personal care, transportation, recreation, and implementation of their Plans of Care. The DSP maintains accurate client, vehicle, and service documentation; communicates client needs and progress to staff; follows medication-management procedures; and reports incidents or emergencies promptly. This is a safety-sensitive position involving transportation of clients and maintenance of facilities and vehicles. The DSP must maintain confidentiality and follow organizational, quality assurance, compliance, and HIPAA procedures. Other related duties may be assigned by supervisors or management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or two or more years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
Valid driver’s license; an Arkansas driver’s license is specified for providing transportation.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram-based instructions and interpret varied instructions, including schedules.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with basic living skills and daily personal tasks, including showers, dressing, housekeeping, grocery shopping, meal planning and preparation, and financial budgeting.
Provide transportation to and from activities and appointments as needed.
Communicate with staff about clients’ needs and progress toward their Plans of Care using appropriate methods, such as facility logbooks and staff meetings.
Complete required documentation accurately, including behavioral and incident reports, complaint forms, personal care worksheets, requisitions, maintenance forms, progress reports, and attendance logs.
Maintain records and required documentation for FTA vehicles, and complete mileage and billing forms in compliance with Medicaid guidelines.
Immediately report incidents and emergencies to supervisors or delegated authorities.
Assist with formulating, managing, revising, and following through on clients’ Plans of Care, prioritizing treatment, health, safety, and security.
Follow medication-management guidelines and assist with monitoring and documenting medication procedures.
Organize and conduct recreational activities for clients.
Model appropriate appearance and conduct, follow the organization’s dress code, and treat clients and their families with dignity and respect.
Help maintain clean, orderly, and functioning facilities and grounds.
Help maintain organizational vehicles, including cleanliness and preventive maintenance.
Attend required training and continue education.
Provide proof of liability insurance and keep it current; undergo periodic driving tests if required and demonstrate proficiency operating vehicles, including passenger vans.
Maintain adequate liability coverage when using a personal vehicle to transport participants.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with the organization’s Non-Disclosure Policy, HIPAA policies, Code of Conduct, and compliance procedures.
Complete consumer progress notes daily or as needed and maintain consumer records on weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly schedules; file and update records as required by funding sources.
Perform other reasonable related duties as assigned.