About The Position

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Direct Support Manager 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. Under the general supervision of the Director of Autism Residential Operations, this position is responsible for two community training homes (CTH) in the Coastal region (Charleston area).

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a human services field including, but not limited to: sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, Registered Nurse licensure, or Doctorate of Medicine Osteopathy.
  • One (1) year of related experience providing professional or direct services, including experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities or other developmental disabilities.
  • Must maintain a valid Drivers License in good standing.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of Federal and State regulations.
  • Ability to perform basic administrative tasks.
  • General knowledge of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
  • Knowledge of basic safety practices.
  • Ability to accurately communicate.
  • Ability to utilize a computer.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, reach, and walk.
  • Ability to work in a group home, home-like setting or ICF.
  • Physical ability to work with individuals who may be physically aggressive or medically fragile.
  • Ability to supervise subordinates.

Responsibilities

  • Plans, implements, and supervises the delivery of all services for the individuals served by Autism Residential Operations in assigned location.
  • Develops, implements, monitors, and updates individualized Residential Plans for each resident. Complete Annual Assessments, Supervision Plans, Individual Support Plan (ISP) Programs and ISP Data in coordination with Residential Support Plan. Develop and review progress, provide supervisor with quarterly progress report (additional reports as needed). Attend program meetings and ensure appropriate staff, parent/guardian, service coordinator, day and other providers, other stakeholders and individuals participate in the planning process.
  • Maintains compliance standards for Licensing, Contract Compliance, Residential Observations, Fire Marshal Health/Safety and Sanitation, Medication Technician/Medication Administration and other Autism Residential/agency directives, polices, practices and assignments.
  • Maintains Community Training Home-II (CTH) and Supervised Living-II (SLP) residences according to agency directives, compliance, policy and practice standards.
  • Provides support to all full time and part time staff to ensure implementation of all plans and objectives. Plans and conducts training for staff on accountability, licensing, contract compliance, fire marshal, residential observations and medication technician reviews, and documentation of agency forms to ensure compliance standards are met. Maintains staffing levels to ensure efficient and appropriate scheduling on shifts for CTH homes. Supports SLP residents where applicable, providing services according to service provider appropriation.
  • Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

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 (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
  • Retirement benefit choices
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Manager

Industry

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

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