Direct Care Staff (Weekdays only) - A New Leaf : Job Details

JOB SUMMARY -Monday-Friday 1:30pm - 9:30pmMore about A New Leaf and this position: Since A New Leaf was founded in 1979, our mission has been to provide job training, life skills and residential services to elevate confident independence and self-sufficiency for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism. This position is a companion to individuals with developmental disabilities and assist them in acquiring daily living skills. Providing daily support which includes but not limited to: personal care, daily meal preparation, medication administration, daily activities, transportation, and continued focus on implementation of individualized objectives. Benefits include:

• Paid time off
• Health, vision, dental, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance options
• Matching 403b
• Career advancement opportunities (we like to promote from within!)

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to drive, have and maintain a valid Oklahoma driver's license.
• Must always have and maintain car insurance coverage.
• American Sign Language - ASL - preferred
• Must be able to pass a state and federal background check.
• Must maintain eligibility to operate agency vehicles.
• Physical capacities must include bending, stooping, lifting at least 40 pounds, and the ability to lift, transfer, and position individuals served.
• Must be able to work with frequent interruptions, deal with diverse personalities during difficult/sometimes stressful situations and still complete job assignments.
• Must be able to communicate orally, both over the phone and face-to-face.
• Must be able to prepare and read written documentation as well as perform and understand basic mathematical functions.
• Must follow policy and procedures of A New Leaf, Inc.
• Ensures all individuals served are safe in their environment and program participation.
• Must fulfill all training and in-service requirements necessary to work with individuals served within the timeframe required by A New Leaf, Inc. and the State of Oklahoma.