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title: Direct Support Professional Pinelands at Purpose-SC
description: Purpose-SC is hiring for the Direct Support Professional Pinelands role in Summerville,
  SC. Full-time role. See the full description and apply.
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| **Company** | Purpose-SC |
| **Location** | Summerville, SC |
| **Salary** | $16/hr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Oct 20, 2026 |
| **History** | First seen 49 days ago (2026-09-26), reposted once |

## Is this job real?

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## Visa sponsorship

- **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Purpose-SC.
- **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Purpose-SC.

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## Description

**Job description**

**Purpose- SC is excited for a great future and truly making a difference. We are looking for Direct Support Professionals to help with our vision:**

**Starting Pay: $16/Hour**

**Purpose- SC is hiring Full Time Direct Support Professionals**, to provide assistance to our program located in Summerville, SC.

**Purpose-SC** provides meaningful and rewarding employment opportunities supporting children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide residential, educational, and recreational programs to support and improve the lives of those we serve in a caring and compassionate team environment.

The DSP will provide a caring, respectful, and empowering environment for our clients. Direct Support Professionals work with clients on individual goals to achieve the highest level of independence. This will ensure that evidence-based practices are utilized to ensure a comprehensive therapeutic program is provided for the individuals served.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

- HS Diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 21 years of age,
- Ability to read and write in English
- Valid South Carolina license, if applicable
- Regularly required to lift 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move 50-100 lbs. (assisted)

**Experience:**

One year (1), experience caring for and supporting people with special needs is preferred. *We need people who care about others and enjoy inspiring and motivating those individuals we serve.*

**Duties of the Direct Support Professional**

- Chart daily progress notes during each shift
- Ensure daily care for clients
- Assist clients with taking prescribed medication
- Participate in community focused activities
- Attend doctor's appointments with clients
- Act quickly and responsibly in case of emergency

Benefits:

- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 12-hour shift
- Rotating 4 days on 4 days off
- 7p-7a
## Skills

- Special Needs Education
- Doctor
- English
- Progress Notes
## Benefits

- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (Pto)

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