Direct Support Professional (DSP) III: OIDD - Whitten

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness.

Whitten Regional Center in Clinton, SC hosts this role with a $1,000 sign-on bonus, up to $3.50/hour shift differential, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 1 year of experience in intellectual/developmental disabilities, or equivalent combinations.
• Knowledge of federal/state regulations governing ICF-IID and related directives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work with individuals who may be aggressive or medically fragile.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Direct Support Professionals I & II daily.
• Ensure ISP documentation is complete and safety of consumers is monitored.
• Ensure Active Treatment is implemented per ID Team, monitor data sheets and GERs in THERAP, and monitor Day Programs.
• Report significant events and suspected abuse immediately per policy and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking Direct Support Professionals who are motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness.

$1,000.00 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Under limited supervision of the Direct Support Manager this position is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the Direct Support Professional I and II's:

• Responsible for the supervisory functions of the Direct Support Professional I's and II's.
• Ensures that all documentation required for the consumers Individual Support Plan (ISP) have been completed and monitors the safety and care of consumers.
• Ensures Active Treatment for consumers in assigned buildings is implemented by staff. This entails monitorship programs developed by the Interdisciplinary (ID) Team. Monitors completion of behavior data sheets, ISP training programs, and GER (General Event Reports) to ensure all required documentation is entered into THERAP. Monitors Day Programs monthly (i.e. on/off campus).
• Responsible for reporting significant events and suspected abuse immediately per Agency and Office policy and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Positions for this posting are located at Whitten Regional Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of BHDD-OIDD located in Clinton, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

**In accordance with the State’s Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.**

This position is eligible for up to $3.50/hour shift differential for applicable shifts!

Sign-on bonus for eligible candidates will be distributed after three, six, nine, and twelve months of successful continuous Full-Time employment.

Bachelor's Degree and one (1) year experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience (High School Diploma or GED and five (5) years experience, or Associate's Degree and three (3) years experience.)

Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing ICF-IID, as well as directives relevant to an ICF. Ability to exercise sound judgment, comply with all required regulations and procedures; be a team leader and maintain effective working relationships. Computer skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with individuals who may be physically aggressive or medically fragile. Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment, which includes standing, walking, stooping, bending and pulling.

Employment Contingency: Employment is contingentupon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; background record checks (to includefingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position. Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resources for further information

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan(SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program(State ORP)