Job Description

Posting number: 193994

Department: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division: Central Office

Job classification: Direct Support Professional I

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Health Services, Customer Service, Health Education, Health Sciences, Health Care Support, Faculty

Summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Direct Support Professional I, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the BHDD - Office of Mental Health, Turning Point, 820 Toms Creek Rd. Hopkins, SC 29061.

As the Direct Support Professional I, under general supervision of the Administrator, you will assist in the therapeutic care to residents of the Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF), operated by the BHDD CRCF Services. You will also assist and instruct residents in the needs of daily living, ex. cooking, cleaning, budget planning, etc. Assist treatment team in therapeutic and rehabilitative activities.

Responsibilities for the Direct Support Professional I include:

• Adhere to SCOMH and DHEC written rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ensure the health and safety of individuals with mental illness. Provide direct hands-on individual care. Provide guidance to residents in the development of activities of daily living skills to include, but not limited to brushing of teeth, bathing, hair care, manicuring, dressing, and toileting. Engage residents in daily group activities. Complete all required documentation in compliance with policy and procedures.
• Assist residents in medication, administration, and compliance.
• Assist in the transportation and monitoring of residents during all medical appointments, community programs, and activities. Obtain documentation of appointments that are given after clinical PCP appointments provided to CRCF to ensure medical and physical compliance.
• Perform CRCF cleaning duties to include but not limited to sweeping/mopping, cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms, dusting, etc. Assist in the preparation of residents' meals as needed.

Examples of duties

• A high school diploma or GED.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to twenty (20) pounds; ability to see, hear at normal volumes, stand, walk, reach, pull, stoop, and bend.
• Ability to perform basic administrative task, operate office equipment, and accurately communicate.
• Must have physical ability to work with individuals that may be physically aggressive, mentally unstable, or medically fragile.
• Must be able to work in a residential facility or assisted living home.

Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Supplemental information

Post hire, employees must:

• Be able to work rotational shifts.
• Be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have valid driver's license and ability to drive a state vehicle.

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. 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)

*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.