Direct Care Specialist Part Time - Dsn

DSN (Part Time): Under either direct or indirect supervision, provides care for adults with intellectual or related disabilities at the Disabilities and Special Needs facility or in a public setting while ensuring each individual is in a safe and secure environment. Staff orchestrates social and creative activities as well as assisting with the care and required support for those with additional personal needs. Arts and crafts, dancing, outdoor events, community gatherings, movies and special monthly excursions are a few of the learning, growing and enjoyable experiences staff and participants will mutual enjoy. This is a PART TIME position on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Candidates must be able to attend a one week orientation/training Monday through Friday for 8 hours per day typically held during the second week of the month.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Proof of High School diploma or GED
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work flexible hours and days
• Valid driver’s license with no DUI convictions within the past five (5) years
• No convictions for criminal domestic violence, crime of moral turpitude or crime which carries a sentence of one or more years
• An extensive background check will be conducted on all applicants considered for this position
• Orientation training for one week and annual renewals
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with standard programs

PREFERRED, BUT NOT MANDATORY, REQUIREMENTS:

• Medical background/experience (CNA or LPN)
• Experience in related healthcare field with adults and the disabled

OPEN UNTIL FILLED
HOURLY: $19.07 to $24.00 / DOQ

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply for job positions on the Beaufort County website by filling out the online job application at https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.07 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Weekends as needed

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Beaufort, SC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person