Job Description

Posting number: 189392

Department: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division: Saleeby Center

Job classification: Program Coordinator I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, Community Services, Risk Management, Management, Human Services, Community Development, Security, Program Management

Under direct supervision of the Director of Campus Support, the incumbent performs duties designed to protect the property of assigned Regional Center and the rights of individuals against loss or injury due to disorderly acts, accidents, fires or other hazards. Ensures the health, safety, accountability and developmental needs of the consumers through adherence to the ICF regulations, agency directives, and facility internal procedures. Makes routine decisions to maintain normal operations, and as needed or instructed, notify the Facility Administrator/designee. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Obtains residential coverage levels from each Residential Administrator providing assistance with campus wide coverage, ensuring each building is properly staffed according to Department of Public Health standards. Monitors coverage levels throughout each shift to ensure adequate staffing is maintained.
• Patrols and monitors campus grounds, check for fires, prowlers, vandalism or other unusual occurrences; makes rounds of buildings/units according to agency directives, ICF regulations, and facility internal procedures. Conducts routine fire drills and emergency medical drills.
• Completes daily log of issues on each shift, documenting important events (such as residential staffing levels; residential staff call-in/OT/holdovers; issues regarding consumer illness, and/or behavioral episodes, physical plant issues etc.) Sends communication to appropriate management staff for follow-up on noted deficiencies.
• Provides on the spot correction(s) for noted deficiencies. Assists staff as needed with programmatic issues, especially consumer behavioral issues, in accordance with consumer's Behavior Support Plan (BSP).
• Provides direct hands-on individual care to all consumers as needed. Follows sound professional techniques according to agency guidelines, rules and regulations. Participates in training and provides guidance to consumers in the development of activities of daily living skills. Monitors and transports consumers to and from programs, activities and off campus appointments/trips. Ensures the health and safety of each consumer while assigned to a residential building. Maybe required to stay over or work an additional shift to ensure proper staffing levels are maintained to ensure the safety of consumers.
• Contacts Facility Administrator/designee as soon as possible regarding notification following ICF regulations, departmental directives and regional center procedures. Timely an accurately reports Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation (ANE) and Critical to Risk department promptly and informs/places employees on suspension pending investigation (SPI).
• Attends periodic meetings with other Campus Support Coordinators, switchboard operators and executive staff members to facilitate follow up of information, regarding facility procedures, events, policies. Attends training as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator.

The position for this posting is located at Saleeby Regional Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of BHDD-OIDD located in Hartsville, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Examples of duties

A high school diploma and management experience with business and/or leadership roles in federal, state, or private organization settings. Must have a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

Knowledge of the methods and techniques for securing buildings and grounds. Ability to maintain peace and decorum. Knowledge of the practices and techniques of safety, security and fire protection. Ability to act quickly and intelligently in emergency situations. Ability to adjust to fluctuating situations. Ability to investigate accidents, disturbances and violations. Ability to deal courteously and firmly with the general public, staff, and consumers. Must have a strong knowledge of Regional Center policies/procedures and agency directives. Must be knowledgeable of ICF regulations, Therapeutic Options, CPR, Standard First Aid, and Defensive Driving.

Supplemental information

Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resources for further information

Supplemental Questions: 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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 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)