Direct Support Pro: Transportation & Care | $1K Sign-On

State of South Carolina; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential up to $3.50/hour

Full-time employment

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Summerville, SC to provide treatment, care, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The position involves transporting residents, following safety procedures, and performing DSP duties with potential overtime.

A High School Diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform basic administrative tasks.
• General knowledge of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Knowledge of basic safety practices.
• Ability to accurately communicate.
• Ability to utilize a computer.
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, reach, and walk.
• Ability to work in a group home or intermediate care facility.
• Physical ability to work with individuals who may be physically aggressive or medically fragile.

Responsibilities

• Drives a vehicle on/off campus to transport individuals to various destinations and doctor appointments.
• Performs light vehicle maintenance and safety checks.
• Follows safety rules for vehicle operation and restraints.
• Performs DSP duties including assisting consumers and transporting them as needed.
• Reports significant events and suspected abuse promptly.
• Adheres to agency policies and may perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Basic administrative tasks

Communication skills

Safety practices

Computer usage

Physical agility

Teamwork

Knowledge of intellectual disabilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Summerville, SC to provide treatment, care, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The position involves transporting residents, following safety procedures, and performing DSP duties with potential overtime.

A High School Diploma or GED is required.