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Form of workOur work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit – of those we serve,
integrating our deep compassion with highly effective programs and services.
We are currently seeking Direct Support Professionalsto join our team in the Tulsa area! Volunteers of America is one of the nation’s largest comprehensive human services organizations with 16,000 mission-driven professionals, dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.
What You Will Do
As a Direct Support Professional, you will be an integral part of our team and will be primarily responsible for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their development of basic living and social skills with the primary goal of integrating them into the community to the best of their ability.
What’s In It For You!
- $500 Sign-On Bonus
- Multiple Shifts Available
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- For those who qualify, we also offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO), Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
- Employer paid Short-Term Disability
- Retirement plan
- Ask about qualifying for FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform, or assist service recipients in, basic domestic duties as needed (e.g., cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping).
- Develop service recipient's basic living skills (e.g., social, domestic, and hygiene) through instruction and encouragement.
- Perform, or assist service recipients with, personal hygiene as needed (e.g., bathing, brushing teeth, shaving, nail clipping, dressing, bodily functions, and appearance).
- Perform, or assist service recipients in, basic domestic duties as needed (e.g., cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping).
- Coordinate service recipient's participation in leisure and recreational activities with assistance from the service recipient.
- Transport service recipient to and from work, scheduled appointments, and recreational activities in a safe and timely manner.
- Assist in the development and implementation of long and short-term goals for service recipients.
What You Will Bring:
- 18 years of age or older.
- Must have and maintain a working telephone contact number.
- Possess a valid Driver’s License.
- Have reliable transportation.
- Proof of current liability automobile insurance (your name must be on the policy).
- Maintain an acceptable driving record, Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation criminal history checks, and Community Service Registry Record checks.
Volunteers of America of Oklahoma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Apply today and come be a part of the passion, the mission and the tradition! Learn more about us and apply at www.voaok.org or apply in person Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm at 9605 E. 61st St. (Northwest Corner of 61st & Mingo) in Tulsa.
