Salary: $26,385.00 - $48,826.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 162176
Agency: Department of Mental Health-Central Office
Opening Date: 03/01/2024
Closing Date: 6/2/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EC53
Position Number:: 00000000
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Normal work schedule will; be discussed during interview.
Pay Band: Band 3
Hiring Range - Min.: $26,385.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $37,605.00
Opening Date: 03/01/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities

With our Agency's mission 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.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Pathways-Community Residential Care Facility (CRCF) - 5640 Lower Richland Blvd., Hopkins, SC 29061.

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 for this Direct Care 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.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: Experience in a relevant program area.
Agency (Facility) Minimum 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.
Additional Comments

In this position, you must have the ability to work in a residential facility, and have the ability to work rotational shifts. A valid driver's license and ability to drive a state vehicle is required. Must participate in group activities and communicate effectively, both orally and in-writing.
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.

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?

• Yes
• No

02

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other that Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL be grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

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Do you have 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?

• Yes
• No

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Are you aware this position is located in the Hopkins Area?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid SC driver's license with a good driving record and dependable transportation?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to work weekends?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?

• Yes
• No

08

From where did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• SC State jobs portal/jobs.sc.gov
• Simply Hired
• Indeed
• College Career Services Center
• Friend/Relative
• Referral from current DMH Employee
• Other (commercials, billboards, etc.) - Please specify.

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If you answered "Referral from current DMH Employee" for question above, please list name below:
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If you answered Other for question #8 above, please indicate from where below:
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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable").
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