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Easterseals Arkansas

Location:
United States, Little Rock

Category:
Health and Beauty

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Job Description:

The Direct Support Professional Remote position is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care and independence of individuals who have physical, developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. This position will primarily support individuals in achieving their greatest level of independence by providing remote monitoring and training and PRN support and assistance (including, in some cases, in person emergency response) on individualized goals and objectives. The RSP monitors individuals to support an environment of greater independence, health, and safety.

Job Responsibility:

Remotely monitors multiple individuals served and provides support in areas related to health, medication, safety, scheduling and activities of daily living
Empowers individuals to make independent decisions and provides emergency backup as needed
Interacts with the individual served with high attention to engagement
Responds to emergency requests from individuals served, and as needed escalates to dispatching of back-up in individual staffing
Notifies and coordinates with emergency services when required
Troubleshoots technology issues with remote support systems in the homes
Provides ongoing training with technology to individuals served to engage them to utilize in-home devices
Monitors wearable devices when individual is away from home, and provides assistance and interventions as needed
Provide in-service training and consultation to individual’s served and parents/guardians/DSPs on technology, including the use of remote support systems
Assist in the assessment of the individual’s strengths and needs
Provide input into the development of the individual’s treatment plan (goals and objectives)
Implement individual treatment and behavioral plans using a variety of methodologies and best practices based on the needs of the individual
Address challenging behaviors proactively and utilize positive behavior intervention to manage and promote improved behavior while remaining supportive of individuality
Assist individuals in recreational, social and community activities based on preference and individual plans
Monitor the health and safety of the individual at all times. Respond to and report unsafe conditions, environment, and equipment to the Supervisor, verbally and in writing
Evaluate the individual for changes in emotional and/or physical status and report verbally and in writing any concerns to a supervisor
Ensure that each individuals’ rights are protected
Use individual first language and treat individuals with dignity and respect
Dress appropriately and professionally for the responsibilities of the position
May provide transportation to individuals served
While performing the duties of this job, employee will comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to Easterseals Arkansas
Employee has access to all protected health information of the individuals directly served by this individual, except psychotherapy notes

Requirements:

Minimum High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or equivalent
Proficient knowledge of technology and possesses ability to navigate multiple technology platforms
Experience as Direct Support Professional preferred
Effective communication skills, both written and oral
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
Develops alternative solutions
Plans and organizes work effectively to ensure timely completion
Understands and follows all licensing and governing regulations
Commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness
Ability to work with and support individuals with a diverse range of abilities
Valid Arkansas Driver's License
First Aid and CPR certification within the first 90 days of employment and maintained throughout employment
Ability to lift and transfer individuals according to weight guidelines for lifting

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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