Direct Support Professional
myersdavisMountain Home, AR
Direct Support Professional
myersdavisMountain Home, AR
yesterday
Occupations
Social and Human Service AssistantsPersonal Care AidesCommunity and Social Service Specialists, All OtherIndustries
Services for the Elderly and Persons with DisabilitiesOther Individual and Family ServicesChild and Youth ServicesAbout the role
Description:
Reporting to their Direct Care Supervisor & Waiver Services Director, the Direct Support Professional (DSP) will participate in the team approach toward accomplishing the goal of Community Based Services associated with the Waiver program through Arkansas Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS).This is a Part-Time position with the following schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 7:00am-7:00pm.
Job Responsibilities:
- Exhibit compassion, support consumers, and ensure a safe environment
- Foster independence in individuals
- Help individuals acquire skills, such as social behavior & interpersonal competence
- Provide a person-centered care approach to all individuals we support
- Assist with community outings, personal hygiene assistance, mobility exercises and meal prep
- Assist with verbal prompting for communication needs and in home safety practices
Requirements:
- Must be eligible to work in the United StatesMust be at least 18 years of age
- Must have a valid state license or IDMust be able to pass pre-employment drug screen & background checks
- Should exhibit characteristics such as patience, kindness, and understanding
- Adheres to Myers-Davis' mission vision and philosophy
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Junior
Location
Mountain Home, AR
Occupation
Social and Human Service Assistants
Industry
Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities
Posted
yesterday
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