Job Details:
Job Location: Huntsville - Huntsville, AR 72740
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Direct Support Professionals
Schedule: Monday & Tuesday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Education level:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
SUMMARY:
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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties include the following but are not considered an inclusive list:
- Assists Clients in basic living skills and daily personal tasks.
- Providing transportation to and from activities and appointments as needed, for which a valid Arkansas Driver's License is required.
- Responsible for maintaining good communication via appropriate means (Facility logbook, staff meeting, etc.) between staff regarding clients' needs and progress toward their plan of care by the end of shift.
- Accurately completes all documentation that is required by FCC.
- Responsible for reporting 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.
- Follows proper medication management guidelines and assists in the monitoring and documentation of these procedures.
- Organizes and carries out recreational activities for the clients.
- Will always treat the client and their families with dignity and respect.
- Maintains confidentiality of all information received regarding Friendship Community Care, Inc. and the clients.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two+ years' experience working with developmentally disabled individuals.
- Must also have a valid driver's license.