Direct Support Professional (DSP) #D04

FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY CARE INC•Dover, AR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. This is a fill-in position, meaning days and hours are PRN (as needed).

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Two+ years' experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Must maintain confidentiality of all information received regarding Friendship Community Care, Inc. and the clients, in compliance with Friendship Community Care Non-Disclosure Policy and HIPAA Policies.

Nice To Haves

Valid Arkansas Driver's License is required for providing transportation.

Responsibilities

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.
Maintains good communication between staff regarding clients' needs and progress toward their plan of care by the end of shift.
Completes all documentation required by FCC, such as Behavioral Reports, Incident Reports, Compliant Forms, Personal Care Work Sheets, Requisitions, Maintenance Forms, Progress Reports, and Monthly Attendance Logs.
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.
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.
Maintains good role modeling for clients through appropriate physical appearance, adhering to FCC's dress code, and appropriate actions.
Treats the client and their families with dignity and respect.
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.
May be required to undergo periodic driving tests and demonstrate proficiency in the operation of a motor vehicle, including passenger vans.
May be required to drive his/her personal vehicle 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, in compliance with Friendship Community Care Non-Disclosure Policy and HIPAA Policies.
Adheres to and complies with all Quality Assurance’s & HIPAA procedures, including the Code of Conduct and Compliance Investigation Procedures.
Maintains consumers’ progress notes daily or as needed on the prescribed forms.
Maintains consumers’ records weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly.
Files all information in consumers’ records as needed and updates as prescribed by funding sources.