Direct Support Professional (Full Time)

the South Dakota State Government•Redfield, SD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) carries out individual training, behavior management, and therapy programs from a variety of therapeutic disciplines to ensure that each person served at the South Dakota Developmental Center (SDDC) will develop to their fullest potential and maintains a structured and healthy environment designed to enhance the well-being of persons served while providing continual guidance regarding life skills, academic skills, and work skills to ensure appropriate social interaction. Part-time positions with full benefits and compressed schedule are also available.

Requirements

Knowledge of techniques used in conducting teaching plans for people with developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of facility routine.
Knowledge of basic social skills.
Knowledge of principles of basic human behavior.
Knowledge of safety procedures and practices.
Knowledge of basic health care.
Knowledge of protective health measures.
Knowledge of physical and emotional needs of people served.
Ability to be a positive role model.
Ability to make effective decisions in emergencies.
Ability to lead the people in assigned tasks.
Ability to provide academic guidance.
Ability to follow established policies and procedures.
Ability to carry out procedures of teaching or treatment plans with people served.
Ability to accurately observe and report individuals' behavior and other responses to treatment.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and persons served.
Ability to provide work direction to staff regarding methods to assist people with developmental disabilities as needed.
Ability to prepare routine reports.
Must apply online.
Must undergo a background investigation.
Must undergo an abuse and neglect screening.
Must complete a drug screening.
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.
Must complete employment eligibility verification upon hire using E-Verify.

Nice To Haves

Possess a National Career Readiness Certificate.

Responsibilities

Carries out individual training, behavior management, and therapy programs.
Ensures each person served develops to their fullest potential.
Maintains a structured and healthy environment.
Enhances the well-being of persons served.
Provides continual guidance regarding life skills, academic skills, and work skills.
Ensures appropriate social interaction.

Benefits

15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
11 Paid Holidays
Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
Flexible Benefits - Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
Employee Wellness Program
Continued Education/Training Opportunities
$0 premium employee health insurance option
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual
Dental, vision, and other insurance options
Retirement benefits