Direct Support Pro: Empower Lives + Sign-On Bonus

South Carolina DDSN; South Carolina; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement options

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, seeks Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Midlands Regional Center in Columbia, SC. This is a full-time role with opportunities for overtime and shift differentials.

Under supervision, you will guide daily living activities, provide care, and participate in an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED plus 3 years’ experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of Therap and SCEIS Central for time and leave.
• Valid Driver's License; safety and immunization requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of each consumer under BSP and protocols.
• Mentor entry-level DSPs and assist with daily living skills.
• Transport and accompany consumers to/off campus activities.
• Complete data collection and maintain documentation per policies.
• Report significant events and suspected abuse.

Skills

Health & safety

Data collection

Documentation

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Therap

SCEIS Central

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, seeks Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Midlands Regional Center in Columbia, SC. This is a full-time role with opportunities for overtime and shift differentials.

Under supervision, you will guide daily living activities, provide care, and participate in an interdisciplinary team.