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Direct Support Technician OKC Part Time
$52k-62k (estimate)
Part Time | Religious Organizations
1 Week Ago
Evergreen Life Services is Hiring a Direct Support Technician OKC Part Time Near Oklahoma, OK
Evergreen is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Job Summary
Responsible for maintaining a healthy, safe and therapeutic environment for individuals served and following through on their individual plans of care. Administer medication as allowed by appropriate State medication administration guidelines.
Essential Job Functions
Special Requirements
Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation. Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. Must be able to work some evenings when required.
Working Environment
May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments both indoors and outdoors.
Job Summary
Responsible for maintaining a healthy, safe and therapeutic environment for individuals served and following through on their individual plans of care. Administer medication as allowed by appropriate State medication administration guidelines.
Essential Job Functions
- Ensure the health and welfare of the individuals served.
- Assist individuals served with medication and treatment plans as needed. Count and dispense appropriate medications as outlined in State medication administration guidelines.
- Train individuals served in the care and cleaning of their living area or home by performing and modeling simple task such as making bed, cleaning floor, and other basic housekeeping task.
- Clean living area and assist individuals served with laundry.
- Report general maintenance needs of living area or home unit.
- Assist individuals served with money management including budgeting, banking, and shopping
- Assist individuals served with daily life activities(when applicable) such as: meal preparation, reading usage, use of telephone, use of community services (post office, mass transportation), housekeeping, clothing care, self-care, and personal hygiene.
- Participate in the development and implementation of the Active Treatment Plan and Nutritional, Behavior, and Physical Support plans.
- Accompany and transport individuals served to activities such as medical/dental appointments, church services, recreation areas, work, and shopping as requested.
- Complete all required documentation (i.e. daily notes, incident reports, medical information such as seizures, vital signs as trained medication errors, etc.) in accordance with applicable state agency(ies) and Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries, Inc. policies and procedures
- Implement behavioral and other programs as trained and requested.
- Assist individuals served with their goals as outlined in their plan of care document(s)
- Identify potential behavior triggers and defuse or redirect as needed to ensure safety and well-being of all involved.
- Report accidents/incidents and suspected cases of abuse or neglect of individuals served per Evergreen policies and procedures.
- Provide instruction to individuals served involved in work activities associated with vocational opportunities
- Effectively read, write and communicate verbally in English and must be able to read and understand instructions, perform record-keeping and write reports
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record per Evergreen policy for insurance purposes and proof of liability coverage if a vehicle is owned
- Meet and maintain all requirements of the applicable state agency(ies), including good standing with state abuse and neglect registry
- Submit to and pass drug screen and criminal background check
- Ability to learn basic computer skills (i.e. turn on/off, log in/out, input data, approve timesheet)
- Successful completion of appropriate State required medication administration certification and up to date training
- At least six (6) months of prior experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
- Constantly moves about to coordinate work
- Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds while assisting individuals served in home, workshop, or job site.
- Regularly assist individuals served physically by lifting and positioning them as appropriate
- Constantly alert and aware to consumer’s needs
- Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions
Special Requirements
- Represent Evergreen in public in a fashion that would reflect credibility and professionalism on the organization.
- Desire to work with people with disabilities and enhance their quality of life
- Function successfully in stressful situations
- Demonstrate high moral standards so as to be a positive role model for individuals served
- Complete all orientation and on the job training prior to starting work
- Work assigned shifts as required by management
- Attend all training classes as required
Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation. Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. Must be able to work some evenings when required.
Working Environment
May be required to work in a variety of settings and environments both indoors and outdoors.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Part Time
INDUSTRY
Religious Organizations
SALARY
$52k-62k (estimate)
POST DATE
04/28/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/26/2024
HEADQUARTERS
PONCHATOULA, LA
SIZE
1,000 - 3,000
FOUNDED
2016
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
INDUSTRY
Religious Organizations
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