Salary: $20.00 HourlyLocation : Laurens County, SCJob Type: Temporary - Part-TimeJob Number: 170140Agency: DDSN-Whitten Regional CenterOpening Date: 10/16/2024Closing Date: 11/13/2024 11:59 PM EasternClass Code:: AH35Position Number:: 9999999Normal Work Schedule:: OtherNormal Work Schedule (Other):: Friday-Sunday 7am-7pmPay Band: Band 5Opening Date: 10/16/2024EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerAgency Specific Application Procedures:: Online applications must be submitted at must include ALL current and previous work history and education.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job ResponsibilitiesThis is a part-time weekend position 7am-7pm Friday- SundayAbout Whitten Regional CenterWhitten Regional Center is a residential facility of the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs located in Clinton, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Job Responsibilities Performs duties designed to protect the property of assigned Regional Center and the rights of individuals against loss or injury due to disorderly acts, accidents, fires or other hazards. Ensures the health, safety, accountability and developmental needs of the consumers through adherence to the ICF regulations, DDSN directives, and facility internal procedures. Makes routine decisions to maintain normal operations, and as needed or instructed, notify the Facility Administrator/designee. 1. At the beginning of each shift, obtains residential coverage levels from each Residential Administrator providing assistance with campus wide coverage, ensuring each building is properly staffed according to DHEC standards. Monitors coverage levels throughout each shift to ensure adequate staffing is maintained.2. Patrols and monitors campus grounds; checks for fires, prowlers, vandalism or other unusual occurrences; makes rounds of buildings/units according to DDSN directives, ICF regulations, and facility internal procedures. Conducts routine fire drills and emergency medical drills.3. Completes daily log of issues arising on each shift, documenting important events (such as residential staffing levels; residential staff call-ins/OT/holdovers; issues regarding consumer illness, and/or behavioral episodes; physical plant issues; etc.). Sends communication to appropriate management staff for follow-up on noted deficiencies.4. Provides on the spot correction(s) for noted deficiencies. Assists staff as needed with programmatic issues, especially consumer behavioral issues, in accordance with the consumer's BSP.5. Provides direct hands-on individual care to all consumers as needed. Follows sound professional techniques according to agency guidelines, rules and regulations. Participates in training and provides guidance to consumers in the development of activities of daily living skills. Monitors and transports consumers to and from programs, activities and off-campus appointments/trips. Ensures the health and safety of each consumer while assigned to a residential building. May be required to stay over or work an additional shift to ensure proper staffing levels are maintained to ensure the safety of consumers.6. Contacts Facility Administrator /designer as soon as possible regarding notification following ICF regulations, departmental directives and regional center procedures. Timely and accurately reports ANEs and Critical to the Risk department and informs/places employees on administrative leave without pay (ALWOP).7. Attends periodic meetings with other Campus Support Coordinators, switchboard operators and executive staff members to facilitate follow up of information, regarding facility procedures, events, policies. Attends training as appropriate. 8. Performs other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator. The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Minimum and Additional Requirements A high school diploma and management experience with business and/or leadership roles in federal, state, or private organization settings. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the methods and techniques for securing buildings and grounds. Ability to maintain peace and decorum. Knowledge of the practices and techniques of safety, security and fire protection. Ability to act quickly and intelligently in emergency situations. Ability to adjust to fluctuating situations. Ability to investigate accidents, disturbances and violations. Ability to deal courteously and firmly with the general public, staff, and consumers. Must have a strong knowledge of Regional Center policies/procedures and DDSN Directives. Must be knowledgeable of ICF regulations, Therapeutic Options, CPR, Standard First Aid, and Defensive Driving. Additional CommentsAbout Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability. EEO Statement: SC DDSN provides 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.Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position. Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.Supplemental Questions: 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.A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Benefits for State EmployeesThe 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 BenefitsEligible 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 BenefitsState 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 BenefitsState 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.01 Do you understand the following statement? If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense after your 17th birthday, you MUST list this information under agency-wide question #1 & #2 regardless of how long ago the conviction(s) took place (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record). This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. You may only omit minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets & seatbelt violations, 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 may be grounds for termination. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please inquire before you complete your application.
02 In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. Will you be able to meet this requirement?
03 Which of the following best describes your education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- None of the above
04 How many years of experience do you currently possess working with direct support of persons with intellectual and related disabilities?
- None
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 6 + years
05 Based upon need; this position may require you to work beyond your normal shift. Will this be a problem for you?
06 Have you ever worked for Whitten Regional Center (or any of our other facilities to include Coastal, Pee Dee, Midlands and Saleeby Centers) South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs before?
07 If you answered yes to question, please briefly explain where you have worked. If you answered no please enter N/A . 08 Have you ever worked for a State Agency?
09 If the answer to the above question is yes , please include the agency name, name of state, facility name, department name, address/location, past reporting manager, dates of employment, job title, job responsibilities/duties, and reason for leaving. If you answered no , please enter N/A . 10 How did you hear about this position?
- State Government Website (jobs.sc.gov)
- Indeed
- Career Fair
- SCWORKS
- Social Media
- Billboard
- DDSN Employee or Recruiter
- College or University Instructor or Staff
- College or University Job Portal
- Other
11 If you answered DDSN Employee or Recruiter or College or University Staff please list the name of the employee or recruiter. If you listed Other please list the source below. 12 I understand that ONLY a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included ALL current and previous work history and education and know that my resume will NOT be accepted nor reviewed to determine if I have met the qualifications of the position; it will be passed over. Additionally, the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. By checking Yes I certify that I have followed the application instructions.
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