Direct Support Professional (Part Time)

Job ID: 36002 Agency: Department of Human Services - SD Developmental Center Location: Redfield, SD Salary: $19.97-$23.49 per hour, depending on qualifications Pay Grade: F Closing Date: 6/4/26 This is a Part-Time ( Gain Experience and Perform the Following Duties Meet the physical and emotional needs of people served. Make effective decisions in emergencies. Lead the people in assigned tasks. Provide academic guidance. Follow established policies and procedures. Carry out teaching or treatment plans with people served. Accurately observe and report individuals’ behavior and other responses to treatment. Establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and persons served. Provide work direction to staff regarding methods to assist people with developmental disabilities as needed. Prepare routine reports. The Ideal Candidate Will Have Skills used in conducting teaching plans for people with developmental disabilities. Knowledge of facility routine. Basic social skills. Principles of basic human behavior. Safety procedures and practices. Basic health care. Protective health measures. Understanding of physical and emotional needs of people served. Preferred qualifications: Successful completion of a background investigation, abuse and neglect screening, and drug screening. Applicants may possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, but it is not required. This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. The State of South Dakota offers initial $0 premium employee health insurance, eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits (Class A under SDRS). Applicants must apply online. Submissions via email or resumes will not be accepted. “An Equal Opportunity Employer” #J-18808-Ljbffr State of South Dakota