Direct Support Specialist II — Sign-On Bonus

State of South Carolina; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Health insurance

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

State of South Carolina offers a Direct Support Professional position at Coastal Regional Center in Summerville under BHDD/OIDD. The role focuses on delivering direct care, following individualized plans, and ensuring consumer safety with mentoring for junior staff.

A sign-on bonus is available and a shift differential may apply for certain shifts. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of experience with individuals who have disabilities or special needs.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED, and three (3) years of experience working with Individuals with Disabilities and Special Needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensures health and safety of each consumer while following the prescribed behavior support plan (BSP), dining protocol, lifting protocol, and training and service programs as outlined in their individual support plan.
• Provides guidance and mentoring to entry-level Direct Support Professionals on an on-going basis.
• Transports and monitors consumers to and from off campus appointments, programs, and activities.
• Implements training and service programs as outlined in the individual support plan and engages consumers in activities of daily living.
• Maintains documentation and data collection in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Adheres to reporting requirements for significant events and suspected abuse.

Job description

State of South Carolina offers a Direct Support Professional position at Coastal Regional Center in Summerville under BHDD/OIDD. The role focuses on delivering direct care, following individualized plans, and ensuring consumer safety with mentoring for junior staff.

A sign-on bonus is available and a shift differential may apply for certain shifts. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of experience with individuals who have disabilities or special needs.