About this opportunity
Volunteers of America Oklahoma lists this Direct Support Professional Part-Time opportunity in jenks, Oklahoma. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Direct Support Professional Part-TimeJenks, OK - Jenks, OKOverviewPosition Type Part Time Category Health CareDescriptionYOU HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE LIVESOur work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit – of those we serve.Some people can't imagine doing what we do. We can't imagine not doing it!We are currently seeking Part-Time Direct Support Professionals to join our team in the Jenks area! Volunteers of America is one of the nation's largest comprehensive human services organizations with 16,000 mission-driven professionals, dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.NO EXPERIENCE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED, PAID TRAINING PROVIDED.What You Will DoAs a Direct Support Professional, you will be an integral part of our team and will be primarily responsible for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their development of basic living and social skills with the primary goal of integrating them into the community to the best of their ability.What's In It For You!$500 Sign-On BonusPay From $10.00 an HourMultiple Shifts AvailableEmployee Assistance ProgramAsk about qualifying for FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESSEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Perform, or assist service recipients in, basic domestic duties as needed (e.g., cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping).Develop service recipient's basic living skills (e.g., social, domestic, and hygiene) through instruction and encouragement.Perform, or assist service recipients with, personal hygiene as needed (e.g., bathing, brushing teeth, shaving, nail clipping, dressing, bodily functions, and appearance).Coordinate service recipient's participation in leisure and recreational activities with assistance from the service recipient.Transport service recipient to and from work, scheduled appointments, and recreational activities in a safe and timely manner.Assist in the development and implementation of long and short-term goals for service recipients.QualificationsWhat You Will Bring:18 years of age or older.Have and maintain a working telephone contact number.Must have reliable transportation, a valid Driver's License & proof of current liability automobile insurance (your name must be on the policy).Maintain an acceptable driving record, Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation criminal history checks, and Community Service Registry Record checks.
Worksite address
jenks, OK, 74037, US
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