Direct Care Specialist: Empower Lives

OSB; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 331,027 - 397,496; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma School for the Blind (OSB) in Muskogee is seeking a Direct Care Specialist to provide direct care and supervision to students who are blind or visually impaired. You will assist with daily living skills, educational plans, hygiene, and transportation to home, school, and activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in a treatment or residential setting.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of human needs and safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds if required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to students with disabilities.
• Assist with daily living skills, educational plans, and personal hygiene.
• Assist with transportation to home, school, and activities.
• Participate in treatment planning and maintain records of progress and activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Observation & reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oklahoma School for the Blind (OSB) in Muskogee is seeking a Direct Care Specialist to provide direct care and supervision to students who are blind or visually impaired. You will assist with daily living skills, educational plans, hygiene, and transportation to home, school, and activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in a treatment or residential setting.