Direct Support Professional - Lexington, SC
$14.50/h
Burton Center2 days ago
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Summary
Burton Center for Disabilities and Special Needs is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join their team in Lexington, SC. The role involves providing supervision and support to individuals with disabilities in Community Training Homes.
About the Role
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will be responsible for assisting individuals with daily activities, preparing meals, monitoring progress, and providing one-on-one care as needed. You will also document care provided and participate in training and orientation programs to enhance your skills.
About You
Required:
- High School Diploma, GED, or ability to pass a competency test.
- Valid SC Driver's License.
- Able to attend mandatory two-week training course.
Preferred:
- Clear oral and written communication skills.
- Lift 25lbs frequently and 50lbs occasionally.
- Ability to care and advocate for others.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel and squat.
- Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time.
- Ability to drive and transport individuals who may be wheelchair bound.
Benefits
- Incredible health benefits through PEBA.
- A positive and rewarding work environment.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Employee Assistant Programs.
- Three days of paid orientation training.
- One week of on-the-job training with your assigned mentor.
- In-person reviews after 30 days of employment to help you succeed.
- Additional incentive pay rates in Intermediate Care Facilities.
Burton Center
Abbeville, Edgefield, West Columbia, Greenwood, Lexington, McCormick, and Saluda Counties The Burton Center was created over four decades ago to provide free services to individuals and their families who have disabilities and special needs. Ranging from Adult Day Programs to Residential Programs, and Supervised Living Programs – our services help these families discover opportunities to mature, grow, and reach their full potential. We believe that everyone should live a life full of dignity, respect, and love. Our services and programs help promote self-discovery and a greater level of independence.
West Columbia, SC