Direct Support Professional

Amergis; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Amergis is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Columbia, SC to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges in daily living activities and interpersonal growth in home, community, or residential settings.

The role follows the Individual Service Plan, requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license and up-to-date health requirements. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Current CPR if applicable.
• TB questionnaire or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Current Health Certificate (per contract or state regulation).
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities and growth of interpersonal skills.
• Support activities of daily living and adaptive skills in home, community or residential setting.
• Follow the resident/patient's Individual Service Plan guidance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Education

High School diploma or its equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $16 / Hour

Hours: 40.00

Location: Columbia, SC

The Direct Support Personnel II assists individuals withintellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth anddevelopment of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in the home,community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel II worksdirectly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily livingand adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel II should follow the guidanceof the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid and current auto insurance
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health Certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.