Full-time Direct Support Professional (2nd Shift)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on639, Greenwood Road, West Columbia, Lexington County, South Carolina, 29169, United States
About Burton Center
Burton Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential services to individuals with disabilities and special needs. Founded in 1971, we have spent over five decades expanding our range of support, now serving over 500 people across Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Lexington, McCormick, Ware Shoals, and Saluda counties. Our staff of 325 delivers Day Programs, Residential Services, and Employment Placement Programs, all provided free of charge to those meeting specific eligibility criteria set by the South Carolina Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Our mission is to develop and discover unlimited potential in adults with disabilities and special needs. Through coaching, training, community advocacy, and hands-on support, we empower individuals to achieve the highest quality of life possible.
About the Position
We are seeking a creative, energetic, and caring Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our dynamic Residential Program team within an Intermediate Care Facility (ICF). In this pivotal role, you will help create the best quality of life for up to eight adults with disabilities and special needs living in our home.
Your day will be defined by person-centered support, implementing effective training programs, and encouraging independence and community engagement. You will provide direct care ranging from self-help skills and personal hygiene to toileting, bathing, and feeding assistance. You will also prepare light meals according to designated plans, follow behavioral support plans, and facilitate planned outings, hobbies, and activities.
To support your work, you will be equipped with a Chromebook to track individual objectives and complete progress reports using our online system, Therap. We are committed to your success, offering thorough in-person and on-the-job training to prepare you for driving Burton Center vehicles, operating wheelchair lifts safely, utilizing therapeutic options, and obtaining Basic Life Support and MedTech certifications.
Hiring Process & Orientation
To apply, please submit your application online through Burton Center's website at www.burtoncenter.org under Employment Opportunities. Once your application is reviewed, an HR representative will contact you to schedule an interview if you are a qualified candidate.
All newly hired staff must complete a mandatory in-person orientation, MedTech training, and all assigned online modules prior to beginning on-the-job training. Orientation is held once a month over a three-day period (9am–5pm). Tentative dates for 2026 include:
- March 24th–26th and 31st
- April 21st–23rd and 30th
- May 19th–21st and 28th
- June 2nd–4th and 18th
- July 14th–16th and 23rd
- August 11th–13th and 20th
- September 8th–10th and 17th
- October 6th–8th and 15th
- November 17th–19th and 25th
- December 1st–3rd and 22nd
Please note: These dates are subject to change.
Work location
Work model: On-site
639, Greenwood Road, West Columbia, Lexington County, South Carolina, 29169, United States
West Columbia, South Carolina
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleImplement person-centered support and effective training programs for adults with disabilities
- check_circleAdminister medication and follow individualized behavioral support plans
- check_circleTrack individual objectives and complete progress reports using the Therap online system
- check_circleDrive Burton Center vehicles and operate wheelchair lifts safely
- check_circleAssist individuals with self-help skills to promote independence and quality of life
- check_circleFacilitate community engagement through planned outings, hobbies, and activities
- check_circlePrepare light meals according to designated meal plans and encourage healthy lifestyles
- check_circleProvide direct care including personal hygiene, toileting, and feeding assistance
Requirements
- verifiedSC Driver's License
- verifiedAbility to lift or maneuver up to 50lbs
- verifiedAbility to stand or walk for long periods of time
- verifiedExcellent oral and written communication skills
Benefits & Perks
check_circleChromebook provided to track objectives and complete progress reportscheck_circleThorough in-person training and on-the-job training providedcheck_circleMandatory in-person orientation, MedTech, and online training completed prior to on-the-job training
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