Direct Support Specialist — Empower Residents to Thrive

UCP of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

UCP of South Carolina in Columbia, SC is looking for Direct Support Professionals to aid residents with daily living activities and empower them to reach their goals. This role involves engaging residents in meaningful activities, ensuring personal hygiene, and conducting safety inspections.

The ideal candidate will be dedicated, have a passion for helping others, and be capable of lifting residents. Various employment types are available including full-time, part-time, and on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Experience in supporting individuals with disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engages residents in activities of choice to reinforce ISP goals.
• Provides transportation and supervision for residents.
• Ensures personal hygiene and grooming needs are met.
• Cleans and sanitizes all appliances and work surfaces.

Skills

Engagement in activities

Personal hygiene care

Emergency response

Physical lifting and moving

Job description

UCP of South Carolina in Columbia, SC is looking for Direct Support Professionals to aid residents with daily living activities and empower them to reach their goals. This role involves engaging residents in meaningful activities, ensuring personal hygiene, and conducting safety inspections.

The ideal candidate will be dedicated, have a passion for helping others, and be capable of lifting residents. Various employment types are available including full-time, part-time, and on-call shifts.