Direct Care Staff

Direct Care Staff

OKCYC - 2.7

Norman, OK Job Details Full-time $15 - $23 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Physical security Mental health stabilization Records maintenance Trauma-sensitive practices Caregiving documentation requirements Laundry services Youth mentoring Intake Resident personal care assistance Child behavior management Special education HIPAA Filing Housekeeping assistance Clinical case management notes De-escalation techniques Conflict de-escalation Psychiatric technician experience Phone call screening Emergency response in crisis intervention High school diploma or GED Schedule management Experience with children (1-2 years) Working with children Professional development support Bachelor's degree Child safety supervision Personal grooming assistance Behavioral data entry Direct support Full Job Description

JOB PURPOSE AND SUMMARY

OKCYC provides residential treatment for at-risk youth in Oklahoma. Officers are responsible for the care, welfare, safety, security, and control of residents within the Center and during transports outside of the facility.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be 21 years old or older (per OKDHS Licensing Standards) High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's in social services is preferred Experience in youth care, behavioral health, or special education is preferred Strong communication and crisis intervention skills Familiarity with HIPAA, behavior management, and trauma-informed care is a bonus Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time throughout the shift Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as needed to support daily activities and ensure resident safety

KEY OR TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Performs intake functions according to established procedures. Receives, searches, and removes personal property from youth; provides clothing and hygiene articles; beds and units. Searches and maintains records pertaining to behavior and personal history; files and/or routes forms, records, reports, and evaluations; completes and files sheets withreports on all resident behaviors. Provides for health, safety and recreation needs of juveniles provides time on a daily basis for personal hygiene; dispenses prescribed medication; provides first-aid when needed; provides laundry service; performs inspections on an hourly basis or according to security checklist; checks security of building, doors, and windows; maintains security of juveniles; provides positive individual and group supervision of juveniles participating in programming; provides crisis intervention to youth; prepares juveniles for school programs by ensuring school groups are released according to schedule. Monitors visiting hours and visitors, ensuring authorization of each visitor, checks for signatures on all pertinent documents; searches after visiting hours are over. Receives incoming calls on telephone and interoffice communication system, routes calls and routes or handles requests. Prepares or assists in preparation of daily activities and schedule in accordance with program Operate and maintain the security and integrity of the Center. Performs functions related to maintaining cleanliness and physical condition of Building. Performs other related duties as assigned. Essential Job Duties Provides positive individual and group supervision. Always supervises residents to ensure that youth are within the staff site. Ensures all protocols are being followed by residents, staff, and security to include but not limited to bathroom, shower, medication, and transportation. Completes daily resident progress notes as assigned. Utilizes safe and effective de-escalation and redirection techniques as needed for escalated youth. Performs essential duties in a proactive and professional manner. Performs other duties as needed. •Pay is determined by education and experience relevant to the position•

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Norman, OK 73071 (Required)

Work Location:

In person