Direct Care & Life Skills Specialist (Travel Required)

State of Oklahoma; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma seeks a Direct Care Specialist at Oklahoma School for the Blind (OSB) in Muskogee to provide direct care and supervision for students with developmental disabilities. Duties include assisting with daily living skills, health care support, transport to activities, classroom assistance, and adherence to safety standards.

Level I or II positions may apply; education requirements are Level I/II with a high school diploma or equivalent and additional experience for Level II.

Qualifications

• Level I requires a high school diploma or equivalent; Level II requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in a treatment facility or school setting.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine duties in care and supervision of developmentally disabled clients in institutions, shelters, group homes, or schools.
• Responds to emergencies including CPR and approved intervention techniques.
• Provides paraprofessional guidance and counseling to clients and helps plan daily activities and supervision.
• Participates in treatment planning reviews and reports on activities and progress.
• Assists in providing life skills instruction and proper care, including transportation and classroom support.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of facilities and assists with administrative tasks and records.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

State of Oklahoma seeks a Direct Care Specialist at Oklahoma School for the Blind (OSB) in Muskogee to provide direct care and supervision for students with developmental disabilities. Duties include assisting with daily living skills, health care support, transport to activities, classroom assistance, and adherence to safety standards.

Level I or II positions may apply; education requirements are Level I/II with a high school diploma or equivalent and additional experience for Level II.