Job Details
Salary: $33,280.00 Annually
Location : Dorchester County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 163144
Agency: DDSN-Coastal Regional Center
Opening Date: 04/01/2024
Closing Date: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EC45
Position Number:: 60017108,60017328,60009439
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday (11:00am - 7:30pm) Alternate Weekends
Pay Band: Band 3
Hiring Range - Min.: $33,280.00
Opening Date: 04/01/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Online applications must be submitted at You 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 Responsibilities
About Coastal Regional Center
Coastal Regional Center is a residential facility of the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs located in Summerville, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Under direct supervision, this position may facilitate recreation programs for a regional center. Plans, implements andoversees recreational programs to meet the needs, desires and abilities of residents. Plans and oversees special musicprograms; provides music for special recreation or religious activities. Instructs residents in methods, techniques and rulesof various recreational activities. Escorts or transports residents to and from recreation areas. Requisitions and maintains appropriate supplies and equipment.
1. Plans, implements and oversees recreational and leisure activities and/or programs to meet the needs, desires and abilities of residents.
2. Ensures alternate programs and weekend schedules are identified for residents. This may include during hazardous weather, weekends, day and special circumstances. Ensures alternate programs are implemented within the residence of the consumers.
3. Plans and coordinates on/off campus outings. Escorts or transports consumers to and from recreation areas both on-campus and off-campus.
4. Requisitions and maintains appropriate supplies and equipment. Provides decorations for events.
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.
This position is eligible for up to $3.50/hour shift differential for applicable shifts!
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 High School diploma and relevant experience. A bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation or a related field maybe substituted for work experience.
Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of various types of recreational activities. Knowledge of how to plan, organize and oversee recreational activities. Knowledge of recreational therapy principles, techniques and methods. Ability to supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinates. Ability to motivate and sustain the interest of residents. Ability to instruct residents in various recreational activities. Ability to communicate effectively.
Additional Comments About 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: 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 andprevious work history and education.
A resume may 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.
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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.
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If yes, please list charge(s), indicate where you were convicted, the date, and the disposition status of the conviction. If No, "N/A".
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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?
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What is highest level of education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
- None
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Do you possess a valid SC Driver's License?
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At time of application, do you have experience in providing recreational leisure activities for individuals with disabilities?
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If you answered "yes" to question # 4, briefly describe your work-related experience.
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Have you ever worked for Coastal Regional Center (or any of our other facilities to include Whitten, Pee Dee, and Saleeby Centers) South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs before?
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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please list at which locations you have previously or currently work. N/A for "No".
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Do you currently or previously been employed for the SC State Agency?
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Please list the current/previous SC State Agency you have worked for. N/A for "No".
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How did you hear about this position?
- State Government Website (careers.sc.gov)
- Career Fair
- Social Media
- SCWORKS
- Indeed
- DDSN Employee or Recruiter
- College or University Instructor or Staff
- College or University Job Portal
- Billboard
- Other
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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.
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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.
Required Question