Direct Support Professional II/CRCF-Emerald/Temporary
Job description
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Emerald- Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF), – 2262 Brownstone Road, Bishopville, SC 29010. .
As the Direct Support Professional II, working under general supervision of the House Administrator, you will assist in the therapeutic care to residents of the CRCF operated by DMH CRCF Services. Works cooperatively with other Direct Support Professional I's and II's. Assists and instructs residents in needs of daily living, i.e., cooking, cleaning, budget planning etc. Assists treatment team in therapeutic and rehabilitative activities.
Responsibilities of the Direct Support Professional II include but are not limited to:
- Provides 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. Observes and records resident’s behavior in accordance with program requirements and documents their attendance. Services will be in compliance with SCDMH, DHHS, DHEC, QA, and Corporate Compliance standards.
- Assists residents in medication administration and compliance.
- Assists and coordinates transportation of resident to medical appointments and ensures documentation of appointment(s) is provided to CRCF. Assists and coordinates special activities and routine outing transportation.
- Performs cleaning duties, to include but not limited to, sweeping/mopping, cleaning of kitchen and bathrooms, dusting, etc. Cooks residents' meals.
State Requirements: Experience in a relevant program area.
Agency Requirements: A high school diploma and two (2) years of experience in a psychiatric facility; or a tenth grade education and three (3) years of experience in a psychiatric; or an associate's degree in a related field and one (1) year of experience in a psychiatric facility; or a bachelor's degree.
Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex – including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
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