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). The DSP responsibilities include, but are not limited to, exhibiting compassion, supporting consumers, and ensuring a safe environment. They foster independence and personal choice by guiding individuals in acquiring necessary skills, such as social behavior or interpersonal competence so individuals have greater self-reliance in their day-to-day lives. The DSP shall provide a person-centered care approach to individuals we support with intellectual & developmental disabilities.
We currently have an opportunity in Pocahontas, AR. Part-time M-F. We also have a full-time opportunity in Paragould, AR.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Schedule:
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Work Location: Remote