Direct Support Professional

Burton Center is looking for motivated individuals to take on the role of a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at the Lexington Day Program located in Lexington, SC. This is a part‑time position Monday‑Friday from 9 am‑2 pm.

The Burton Center is a non‑profit organization that provides quality services for people with disabilities and special needs and their families. We are fortunate to have community partnerships in Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Lexington, McCormick and Saluda counties.

Benefits and support:

• Incredible health benefits through PEBA
• A positive and rewarding work environment
• Employee Assistant Programs
• Three days of paid orientation training
• One week of on‑the‑job training with your assigned mentor
• In‑person reviews after 30 days of employment to help you succeed!

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will implement effective vocational training programs for adults with disabilities and special needs and assist individuals with self‑help skills through direct care.

• Assisting individuals with self‑help skills (e.g., toileting, eating, learning)
• Implementing facilitated individual plans and goals
• Monitoring individuals and completing monthly progress reports on all objectives and personal goals
• Documenting daily payroll sheets of work accomplished
• Assisting in the evaluation and placement of individuals for various jobs or skills
• Transporting individuals to and from Burton Center and on field trips using a Burton Center vehicle
• Documenting daily van maintenance, mileage, and relevant information in the vehicle accountability form
• Supervising individuals during program breaks, lunch, and all special activities
• Assisting with extra‑curricular activities
• Providing one‑on‑one care to individuals if that level of care is required and following the plan of care of the individual, including feeding, toileting, and any other needed support
• Attending initial Burton Center staff orientation, in‑services, and workshops as appropriate to enhance job performance
• Administering medications if required
• Providing appropriate and accurate documentation during each shift through Therap

• High School Diploma, GED, or ability to pass a competency test
• Valid SC Driver's License

• Clear oral and written communication skills
• Lift 25 lbs frequently and 50 lbs occasionally
• Ability to care and advocate for others
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel and squat
• Ability to stand or walk for a long period of time
• Ability to drive and transport individuals, including those who are wheelchair bound

• Entry level

• Part‑time

• Other

• Services for the Elderly and Disabled