Direct Support Prof

unity BAY Updated; Moncks Corner (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity BAY Updated is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our team in Summerville, SC. The DSP will provide hands-on support, supervision, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a Community Training Home environment.

We offer paid training, no experience required, a 36-hour work week, and an orientation before starting. Evening and weekend shifts are available with overtime posted.

Qualifications

• No experience required; paid training provided.
• Orientation: 7 days of orientation prior to starting at a residential or day program site.
• Evening and weekend shifts available (Saturday/Sunday 6p-6a, Monday 10p-10a).

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with daily living skills and health and safety routines.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, meals, grooming, and transportation.
• Document ISPs/behavior programs and communicate changes to supervisors and nursing staff.
• Administer medications per policy and complete MARs as required.

Job description

Important Requirement:
All new hires must complete 7 days of orientation (8:30 AM – 4:00 PM) prior to starting at a residential or day program site.***

Position: Direct Support Professional (Full-Time – 36 Hours per Week)***

Location: Summerville (Langdoc)***

Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour***

Overtime: Available***

Experience: No experience required – Paid training provided***

Schedule:
Saturday/Sunday 6p-6a, Monday 10p-10a***

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support, supervision, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a Community Training Home (CTH). The DSP helps individuals achieve independence, safety, and personal development in accordance with agency values and procedures.

Professionalism & Conduct

• Maintain professional behavior and follow agency mission, policies, and procedures
• Treat individuals and coworkers with dignity and respect at all times
• Support Individuals to Achieve Personal Outcomes and a High Quality of Life
• Promote an environment that is free from abuse and neglect, respecting the rights and dignity of individuals and coworkers
• Remain on duty until properly relieved

Health & Safety Support

• Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles
• Monitor and report changes in individuals' health and daily routines
• Support prescribed diets, adaptive equipment use, and safety drills
• Follow proper lifting and mobility assistance techniques

Daily Living & Skill Development

• Provide hands-on support with hygiene, grooming, and daily living tasks
• Prepare meals and snacks based on dietary needs
• Encourage participation in chores, activities, and life skills training
• Implement and document Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and behavior programs

Documentation & Communication

• Complete accurate documentation in Therap and other required forms (e.g., T-Logs, GERs, ISP data)
• Communicate changes or incidents to supervisors and nursing staff
• Maintain confidentiality and protect agency-issued credentials

Transportation & Community Engagement

• Safely transport individuals to activities, appointments, and outings
• Operate agency vehicles, wheelchair lifts, and restraints as trained
• Follow agency transportation and safety protocols
• Administer medications and treatments per agency policy
• Complete Medication Administration Records (MARs)
• Support individuals with financial transactions, receipts, and account documentation

Additional Duties

• Perform general housekeeping duties, including cleaning all rooms of the home – such as bedrooms, common areas, kitchen, and bathrooms.
• Report maintenance or repair needs
• Attend meetings and complete ongoing training as required
• Perform related duties as assigned to support the agency’s mission and operational needs
• Lead DSP Duties
• Monitor staff-completed MARs for accuracy and report issues in Therap
• Support Alliant licensing reviews by ensuring all required documentation is complete, accurate, and readily available
• Plan weekly meals and complete grocery shopping with individual dietary needs and preferences
• Conduct individual personal shopping as needed