CNA / Job Coach / Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

• COME JOIN OUR AWESOME TEAM

!!!HIRE ON BONUS OFFERED!!! Full Time Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

Job Objective : To further the ability of individuals with developmental disabilities to work independently; accurately carry out job duties by supervising and assisting; managing work activities; and serving as a liaison between EARC and others involved with Service Recipient support.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include the following :

EARC believes in working hard while at work, but also taking time off to relax. The following are some of the employee benefits that could be available to you as a member of our team.

Insurance Life, medical and Dental Insurance available to employees after 60 days of employment EARC pays for a portion of this cost for the employee. Dependent coverage is available.

Paid Time Off(PTO) PTO is earned on an accrual basis. Ten(10) days are earned over each year of full time employment. Reduced amounts are accrued for part time employment. This amount increases after the first & fifth years of continued employment.

Holiday Leave Six(6) paid holidays New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, & Christmas Day.

Competitive Wages EARC stays committed to regularly evaluating our wages in comparison to similar organization and offering competitive wages.

403(b) Retirement Plan Plan for your future with company matching!

Ongoing Training & In-Services Opportunity for professional growth and advancement through in-house and specialized training.

EARC is committed to providing quality services to adults with developmental disabilities. If you are someone who is proud of the job you do and committed to striving for excellence in your career, then we want you. If you have what it takes to be part of our team then please apply.

Requirements :

Education and / or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Training :

CPR / First Aid / AED, Online training and any other DDSD required training.

General Qualifications :

Valid OK Driver’s License

Proof of auto insurance

Reliable Vehicle

Acceptable driving record, OSBI, national background check, and community services registry check.

Environment / Working Conditions :

Most work performed in Thrift Stores or Workshop – conditions vary by Service Recipient

Equipment Operation :

General office equipment (phone, fax machine, computer, copier, etc.)

Communication devices (books, picture boards, hearing aids, etc.)

Transportation devices (car, wheelchair, wheelchair lift, Hoyer lift, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge of disability types (developmental disorders and physical disorders)

Knowledge of individual Service Recipients (range of function, special needs, etc.)

Knowledge of medication (how and when to administer, etc.)

Knowledge of safety guidelines (general emergency procedures)

Knowledge of EARC and related parties (policy, procedures, etc.)

Skill in coordinating service recipient’s daily activities

Skill in deciding (accurately) what is in the Service Recipient’s best interests

Skill in communicating with Service Recipient, families, professionals, staff, supervisor, etc. (listening and speaking)

Ability to perform all Job Coach duties

Ability to handle sensitive issues while protecting others’ welfare

Ability to be honest, reliable, dependable, and professional at all times

Ability to exercise patience, understanding, creativity and flexibility

Ability to work well with others as a team

Minimum Physical Requirements :

Lifting and moving (adult Service Recipients, etc.)

Pulling (van doors, wheelchairs, etc.)

Pushing (wheelchairs, etc.)

Flexing (reaching, etc.)

Bending and crouching