Direct Support Professional II CRCF - TURNING POINT (Hopkins)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, long-term and{

Life insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

SC Deferred Compensation Program

SCRS retirement

ORP retirement

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) Office of Mental Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional II for the Turning Point-Community Residential Care Facility in Hopkins, SC. You will provide direct care, support residents in developing skills for greater independence, and help coordinate medical appointments and transportation.

Responsibilities include medication assistance, documenting progress, and maintaining a clean, safe living environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and one year of direct support experience or equivalent.
• Be able to work in a residential facility.
• Be able to work rotational shifts.
• Be able to drive a state vehicle.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents and model skills for independence.
• Assist residents with medication administration and compliance.
• Coordinate transportation to medical appointments and document visits.
• Perform cleaning duties and prepare meals for residents.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Observation & documentation

Education

Associate degree + 1 year direct support exp.

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Direct Support Professional II, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Turning Point-Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) - 820 Toms Creek Road, Hopkins, SC 29061.

Responsibilities for the Direct Care Professional II include:

• 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.

Education & Experience

• 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.

Additional Requirements

• Have the ability to work in a residential facility
• Be able to work rotational shifts.
• Be able to drive a state vehicle.

• 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.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

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.
• 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
• 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.