Direct Support Professional (Temporary)

Job ID: 27523

Agency: Department of Human Services - SD Developmental Center

Location: Redfield

Salary: $19.72 - $23.20 per hour, depending on experience

Pay Grade: GF

Closing Date: 07/31/2024

This is a Temporary position with the Department of Human Services/SD Developmental Center. For more information on the Department of Human Services / SD Developmental Center, please visit http://dhs.gov.

About SDDC:

The South Dakota Developmental Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

SDDC strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

• If you need any help in completing the application, please call 605.472.4400 for assistance.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Direct Support Professional who will work with an interdisciplinary treatment team to carry out a variety of therapeutic disciplines to ensure that each person served at the South Dakota Development Center (SDDC) will develop to their fullest potential. This position will positively impact the lives of the persons served by carrying out individual training, behavior management, and therapy programs. The Direct Support Professional will enhance the well-being of the persons served while providing continual guidance regarding life, academic, and work skills to ensure appropriate social interaction.

Looking for a meaningful career with the flexibility to choose your schedule? Are you looking to be home with your family more or cut daycare costs? This opportunity could be for you! This is a 0.25 Part-Time position that works hours as needed including one four-hour weekend shift per month with the Department of Human Services (DHS) at the SDDC. The work schedule is as needed and very flexible. This position does not include benefits such as health and flexible benefits, nor is it SDRS eligible. Starting pay is $19.16 plus a $1.00 shift differential on Fridays and Mondays and a $2.00 shift differential for Saturdays and Sundays. Join the South Dakota State Government team where Family/Life balance is valued. Vacation and sick leave will be earned with this position at a ratio proportionate to the hours worked per week.

Gain experience in and perform the following duties:

• physical and emotional needs of people served.
• make effective decisions in emergencies
• lead the people in assigned tasks
• provide academic guidance
• follow established policies and procedures
• carry out procedures of teaching or treatment plans with people served
• accurately observe and report individuals' behavior and other responses to treatment;
• establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and persons served;
• provide work direction to staff regarding methods to assist people with developmental disabilities as needed;
• prepare routine reports.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• techniques used in conducting teaching plans for people with developmental disabilities;
• facility routine;
• basic social skills;
• principles of basic human behavior;
• safety procedures and practices;
• basic health care;
• protective health measures;
• physical and emotional needs of people served.

Please note this is a temporary, non-benefited position, exempt from civil service.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

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You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources

Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us

http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"