Direct Support Pro - Transportation & Care Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD), seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals and families with daily living, transport to appointments, and participate in training for wellness.

The role includes driving residents, maintaining vehicles, following safety protocols, and reporting critical events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to perform basic administrative tasks and use a computer.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to classrooms and medical/dental appointments.
• Perform light maintenance on vehicles (brakes, cleaning, restraints).
• Follow safety rules for vehicle operation and restraints.
• Assist with needs of consumers and other duties as assigned.
• Report significant events or suspected abuse per policy.
• Follow all agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Patient transport

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD), seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals and families with daily living, transport to appointments, and participate in training for wellness.

The role includes driving residents, maintaining vehicles, following safety protocols, and reporting critical events.