Direct Support Professional II (CRCF-McKinney)

State of South Carolina; Mauldin (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) – Office of Mental Health, Central Office, Mauldin, SC – Direct Support Professional II role.

You will assist residents with daily living, support treatment teams, and help them develop skills for independence in a residential facility. Responsibilities include direct care, medication assistance, coordinating transport to appointments, and helping with meals and chores.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and one year of direct support experience.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents and model appropriate skills.
• Assist residents with daily living activities and document progress.
• Assist and coordinate transportation to medical appointments and activities.
• Assist in meal preparation and household chores.

Skills

Direct care

Medication assistance

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Job Responsibilities

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Central Office, McKinney-Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) – 307 Miller Road, Mauldin, SC 29662.

Office of Mental Health’s mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses. We provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.

As the Direct Support Professional II, working under general supervision of the Administrator, assists in the therapeutic care to residents of the Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) operated by OMH CRCF Services. Assists and instructs residents in needs of daily living, i.e., cooking, cleaning, budget planning, etc. Assists treatment team in therapeutic and rehabilitative activities.

Responsibilities For The Direct Care Professional II

• Provide direct care attention to residents and serves as a role model in order to assist residents with their development of skills necessary to transition successfully and function more independently. Observe and record resident’s behaviors. Document residents' attendance and behavior in accordance with program requirements. Services will be in compliance with OMH, DHHS, DHEC, QA, and Corporate Compliance standards.
• Assist residents in medication administration and compliance.
• Assist and coordinates transportation of residents to medical appointments and ensures documentation of appointment is provided to CRCF. Assist and coordinate special activities and routine outing transportation.
• Perform cleaning duties to include but not limited to, sweeping/mopping, cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms, dusting, etc. Cook residents' meals.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Associate degree and one year of experience in direct support of persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid driver's license.

Additional Requirements

• Have the ability to work in a residential facility.
• Be able to work rotational shifts.
• Be able to drive a state vehicle.
• Physically requirements: able to lift, climb, navigate job sites, bend, stoop, move equipment and frequent travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Post Hire, Employee Must

• Be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in-writing.
• Have knowledge of departmental and CRCF policies and procedures in regard to patient care.
• Be able to express ideas and instructions clearly.

The 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 Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• 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)
  • Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.