Direct Support Professional II (CRCF-McKinney)

State of South Carolina • Greenville County, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Central Office, McKinney-Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) – 307 Miller Road, Mauldin, SC 29662. The Office of Mental Health’s mission is to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses. We provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina. As the Direct Support Professional II, working under general supervision of the Administrator, assists in the therapeutic care to residents of the Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) operated by OMH CRCF Services. Assists and instructs residents in needs of daily living, i.e., cooking, cleaning, budget planning, etc. Assists treatment team in therapeutic and rehabilitative activities.

Requirements

• Associate degree and one year of experience in direct support of persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to work in a residential facility.
• Able to work rotational shifts.
• Able to drive a state vehicle.
• Physically requirements: able to lift, climb, navigate job sites, bend, stoop, move equipment and frequent travel.
• Be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in-writing.
• Have knowledge of departmental and CRCF policies and procedures in regard to patient care.
• Be able to express ideas and instructions clearly.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care attention to residents and serves 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’s behaviors.
• Document residents' attendance and behavior in accordance with program requirements.
• Services will be in compliance with OMH, DHHS, DHEC, QA, and Corporate Compliance standards.
• Assist residents in medication administration and compliance.
• Assist and coordinates transportation of residents to medical appointments and ensures documentation of appointment 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 residents' meals.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• 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
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree