Direct Support Professional II - Empower Residents

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

Job summary

The State of South Carolina's Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) Office of Mental Health, Mauldin CRCF, seeks a Direct Support Professional II to assist residents with daily living and therapeutic activities. Under supervision, you will support residents in meals, medication assistance, transportation, and skill-building with safety and compliance in mind.

Associates degree and one year of direct-support experience are required; valid driver's license;

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• At least 1 year of direct support experience for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents and model expected behaviors.
• Assist with medication administration and compliance.
• Coordinate transportation to medical appointments and outings; document visits.
• Perform cleaning duties and assist with meal preparation.

Skills

Direct care

Bilingual English/Spanish (plus)

Valid driver's license

Education

Associates degree

Job description

The State of South Carolina's Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) Office of Mental Health, Mauldin CRCF, seeks a Direct Support Professional II to assist residents with daily living and therapeutic activities. Under supervision, you will support residents in meals, medication assistance, transportation, and skill-building with safety and compliance in mind.

Associates degree and one year of direct-support experience are required; valid driver's license;