Direct Care Support Professional Full Time

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 Full Time position that is 40 hours per week with the following schedule: 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday with some Saturdays.
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 States
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a valid state license or ID
Must 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