Job Description

Posting number: 194840

Department: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division: Central Office

Job classification: Direct Support Professional II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Education, Health Sciences, Faculty

Summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Direct Support Professional II, 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 SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Emerald, 2244 Browntown Rd. Bishopville, SC 29010, and 2262 Browntown Rd. Bishopville, SC 29010.

As the Direct Support Professional II, 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 II include:

• Provide direct care attention to residents and serve as a role model in order to assist residents with their development of skills necessary to transition successfully and function more independently. Observe and record resident behaviors. Document resident attendance and behaviors in accordance with program requirements. Service will be in compliance with SCOMH, DHHS, DHEC, QA and Corporate Compliance Standards.
• Assist residents in medication, administration, and compliance.
• Assist and coordinate transportation of residents to medical appointments, and assure documentation is provided to CRCF. Assist and coordinate special activities and routine outing transportation.
• Perform cleaning duties to include, but not limited to sweeping/mopping, cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms, dusting, etc. Cook resident's meals.

Examples of duties

• Associate degree and one (1) year of experience in direct support of persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

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

Supplemental information

Post hire, employees must:

• Have considerable knowledge of departmental and CRCF policies and procedures in regard to patient care.
• Be able to pass CPR and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification
• Be able to express ideas and instructions clearly.
• Be able to communicate effectively with professional staff members in a variety of disciplines.
• Be able to work rotational shifts.
• Be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a 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.