Lifespan Specialist (Residential) - South Dakota State Government
Redfield, SD
About the Job
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Job ID: 28229
Agency: Department of Human Services - SD Developmental Center (SDDC)
Location: Redfield
Salary: $24.11 - $28.36 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GH
Closing Date: 10/3/2024
About SDDC:
The South Dakota Developmental Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.
SDDC strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.
Our Benefits Include:
Click to view additional benefits information: https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/index.html .
Job Summary:
The Lifespan Specialist (LS) position is a versatile position that focuses on consistency and support to clients at SDDC in all environments. The LS provides educational services for life skills development through groups, one-to-one opportunities, and activities. They assist with crisis intervention services, behavior management, and other individualized and specialized treatment services. They complete and review Agency documents, as well as, provide supervision and support for people for appointments, activities, and visits from their admission to discharge.
This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Human Services - South Dakota Developmental Center (SDDC). For more information on the SDDC, please visit https://www.dhs.sd.gov/en/South-dakota-developmental-center .
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A Bachelor's Degree in the human services, special education, or other related field is preferred but not required.
Experience working with adolescents or adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities or educational background in psychology, sociology, counseling, or other related field is requested.
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=QWU
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
#hc137781
Job ID: 28229
Agency: Department of Human Services - SD Developmental Center (SDDC)
Location: Redfield
Salary: $24.11 - $28.36 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GH
Closing Date: 10/3/2024
About SDDC:
The South Dakota Developmental Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.
SDDC strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.
Our Benefits Include:
- 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
- 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
- Flexible Benefits - Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
- Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
- 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
- Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
- Employee Wellness Program
- Continued Education/Training Opportunities
Click to view additional benefits information: https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/index.html .
Job Summary:
The Lifespan Specialist (LS) position is a versatile position that focuses on consistency and support to clients at SDDC in all environments. The LS provides educational services for life skills development through groups, one-to-one opportunities, and activities. They assist with crisis intervention services, behavior management, and other individualized and specialized treatment services. They complete and review Agency documents, as well as, provide supervision and support for people for appointments, activities, and visits from their admission to discharge.
This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Human Services - South Dakota Developmental Center (SDDC). For more information on the SDDC, please visit https://www.dhs.sd.gov/en/South-dakota-developmental-center .
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A Bachelor's Degree in the human services, special education, or other related field is preferred but not required.
Experience working with adolescents or adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities or educational background in psychology, sociology, counseling, or other related field is requested.
Knowledge of:
- principles of basic human behavior;
- problems experienced by and methods of supervising people with developmental disabilities;
- CPR and first aid;
- Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques;
- patient's rights;
- serious emotional disturbances; and
- document completion and review.
Ability to:
- interpret and follow established policies, procedures, operations memoranda, and guidelines;
- communicate and correspond with outside agencies;
- travel and periodic overnights stays may be involved;
- flexible schedule which includes weekends and holidays;
- deal effectively with people from diverse ethnic and sociological backgrounds;
- be a positive role model;
- observe and listen empathetically to adolescents and adults;
- accurately recall information;
- maintain safety and security at the SDDC;
- lead group and individual activities with adolescents and adults;
- provide individual and/or group crisis and de-escalation discussions;
- direct adolescents and adults in scheduled tasks;
- provide direct personal care as needed;
- effectively diffuse potentially explosive situations/confrontations between adolescents and/or adults;
- manage time and effectively plan and organize work responsibilities;
- communicate effectively to relay information regarding adolescents and adult behaviors and needs;
- maintain records and prepare reports;
- coordinate and conduct planned treatment programs; and
- understand adolescent and adult behavior and help them formulate acceptable responses to challenges they encounter.
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=QWU
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
#hc137781
Source : South Dakota State Government