Direct Support Professional (DSP) #H48

FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY CARE•Russellville, AR

57d

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional works as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver quality services and provide appropriate activities in a safe, healthy environment in home and community settings. The role supports clients with daily living skills, personal care, transportation, recreational activities, and implementation of their plans of care. It also involves communication with coworkers, accurate documentation, medication support, maintaining facilities and vehicles, and protecting client confidentiality. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or two or more years of experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write simple correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

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 activities and appointments as needed.
Communicate client needs and progress toward plans of care to staff through appropriate channels, including facility logbooks and staff meetings.
Complete required documentation accurately, including behavioral and incident reports, personal care worksheets, requisitions, maintenance forms, progress reports, and attendance logs.
Maintain FTA vehicle records and 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 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 conduct and appearance, follow the dress code, and treat clients and their families with dignity and respect.
Help maintain FCC facilities, grounds, and vehicles, including cleanliness, orderly operation, and preventive maintenance.
Attend required training and continue education.
Provide proof of liability insurance and keep it current; complete periodic driving tests if required and maintain adequate liability coverage for any personal vehicle used to transport participants.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the organization’s non-disclosure and HIPAA policies.
Follow quality assurance, compliance, and HIPAA procedures, and maintain client progress notes and records on the required schedule.
Perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by supervisors or management.