Charge Staff - 2nd Shift | Rotating Weekends | Spartanburg, SC

Charles-Lea-Center; Lawson (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Sick Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Onsite wellness clinic

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Charles Lea Center in Spartanburg, SC seeks a Charge Staff DSP to provide leadership and daily oversight in a residential home when the Program Manager is unavailable. You’ll ensure health, safety, and well-being while coaching staff and coordinating shifts.

Responsibilities include medication support, documentation, and resident activities, plus de-escalation and crisis response. The role requires 2+ years in human services and a valid license; on-site work with flexible hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience in human services.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with management or supervision is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and Social Security number are required.
• Basic computer and documentation skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the home when the manager/administrator is unavailable.
• Support staff through coaching, training, and communication.
• Assist with staffing coverage, scheduling, and communication across shifts.
• Manage grocery/supply ordering within budget and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain medication organization, reorders, and documentation.
• Respond to injuries, emergencies, and critical incidents.
• Deliver daily living support and community activities.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance in the home.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Scheduling

Medication support

Documentation

Communication

Staff supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Therap documentation system

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day – Join the Charles Lea Center as a Charge Staff

Do you have a heart for helping others and a passion for making a meaningful impact? At the Charles Lea Center in Spartanburg, SC, we’re looking for compassionate, energetic individuals to join our team—where every day is an opportunity to support people with disabilities in living full, independent lives.

WhatWe Offer:

• Competitive Pay: $19.76/hour + weekend shift differential
• Sign-On Bonus:$1,250 (paid in two installments)
• Consistent schedule: 2nd shift with rotating weekends
• Paid training and growth opportunities

Outstanding Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Sick Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free onsite wellness clinic
• Flexible Scheduling

Second Shift Availability Required

• Monday–Friday: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Every Other Weekend (Saturday & Sunday): 8:00 AM/9:00 AM – 8:00 PM/9:00 PM
• Flexibility to work second-shift and weekend hours is essential.

Aboutthe Role:

The Charge Staff DSP provides leadership and daily oversight in a residential home in the absence of the Program Manager or Administrator. This role ensures the health, safety, and well-being of individuals supported while maintaining a person-centered environment. Charge Staff assist with staff coordination, home maintenance, scheduling, medication support, and overall quality of care. Your responsibilities may include:

• Leadership & Oversight
  • Provide leadership in the home when Program Manager/Administrator is unavailable.
  • Support staff performance through coaching, training, and communication.
  • Ensure the home meets expectations for cleanliness, safety, and DHEC compliance.
• Home Operations
  • Assist with staffing coverage, scheduling, and communication across shifts.
  • Manage grocery/supply ordering within budget.
  • Report maintenance needs and follow up on completion.
  • Complete monthly documentation packets and ensure Therap documentation accuracy.
• Medication & Health Support
  • Maintain medication organization, reorders, and documentation.
  • Train new staff on medication processes.
  • Support individuals with daily living skills, hygiene, meals, and community activities.
• Crisis & Emergency Response
  • Respond to injuries, emergencies, hospitalizations, and critical incidents.
  • Ensure timely communication with families and guardians.
• LSP Responsibilities
  • De-escalate behaviors while respecting dignity.
  • Provide ADL support and implement training programs.
  • Keep individuals safe, accounted for, and engaged in meaningful activities.
• Working Environment
  • Residential home/apartment setting.
  • Requires flexibility for evenings, nights, weekends, inclement weather, and on‑call needs.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist individuals as needed.

What You’ll Need:

• Minimum age: 18
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in human services is required.
• Experience with management or supervision a plus.
• Knowledge of person-centered services and general understanding of policies and procedures as they relate to people with disabilities also preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and Social Security number
• Basic computer and documentation skills
• Ability to pass required background and reference checks

Physical Requirements: This role involves regular standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and hands-on support. Reasonable accommodations are available.