Residential counselor jobs in Edmond, OK

Job Posting Title Residential Advisor-10 Agency 025 OKLAHOMA MILITARY DEPARTMENT Supervisory Organization Oklahoma Military Department Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Basic Purpose Monitor and supervise 35 to 45 youth (ages 17-21) in the Oklahoma Job Challe NG e Program (Sooner Job Challenge Program). Compensation: $40000.00Typical Functions Under administrative supervision monitors and supervises 35 to 45 youth (ages 17 to 21) in the Oklahoma Job Challe NG e Program (Sooner Job Challenge Program) Maintains accountability of assigned platoon at all times Maintains discipline, security, and safety within a quasi-military atmosphere Develops a team-oriented attitude in the Associates Mentor/role model for those assigned cadets during the residential phase of the program Conducts first line counseling and problem solving for those assigned Associates and is the primary instructor in Drill and Ceremony and group living skills Directs and participates in physical training Provides transportation and supervision for Associates attending vocational training Maintains supporting documentation and evaluations for those assigned Associates Level Descriptor Individual contributor Education and Experience High School diploma or GED. Degree not required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Military background preferred, but not necessary Special Requirements Licenses/Certificates required: Valid DL Physical Requirements: Requires long periods of standing and walking indoors and outdoors throughout the day Working in conditions of both high and low temperatures Ability to climb stairs Ability to run a mile and walk extended distances Ability to do pushups, side straddle hops, sit ups and other physical training and fitness activities Ability to teach and perform physical training to Associates as outlined by the Youth Challenge Physical Fitness Program. Ability to drive or ride in a vehicle for extended distances Conditions of Employment: Serves a 12 month trial period Contingent on a favorable NCIC/OSBI background check Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening Contingent on a favorable pre-employment physical Contingent on a favorable MMPI test T1, child care check security clearance (eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens) Employee will be considered essential personnel (required to work during inclement weather) Available to work if called in due to an emergency Shift work and working weekends (facility open 24 hours, 7 days a week) Must maintain a valid driver's license FLSA Non-Exempt status Tobacco and Vape free facility Additional Job Description Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub. If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact

Job Posting Title PT Residential Advisor-4 Agency 025 OKLAHOMA MILITARY DEPARTMENT Supervisory Organization Oklahoma Military Department Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Part time Job Type Regular Compensation Basic Purpose Monitor and supervise 35 to 45 youth (ages 17-21) in the Oklahoma Job ChalleNGe Program (Sooner Job Challenge Program). Compensation: $19.23 Typical Functions * Under administrative supervision monitors and supervises 35 to 45 youth (ages 17 to 21) in the Oklahoma Job ChalleNGe Program (Sooner Job Challenge Program) * Maintains accountability of assigned platoon at all times * Maintains discipline, security, and safety within a quasi-military atmosphere * Develops a team-oriented attitude in the Associates * Mentor/role model for those assigned cadets during the residential phase of the program * Conducts first line counseling and problem solving for those assigned Associates and is the primary instructor in Drill and Ceremony and group living skills * Directs and participates in physical training * Provides transportation and supervision for Associates attending vocational training * Maintains supporting documentation and evaluations for those assigned Associates Level Descriptor Individual contributor Education and Experience High School diploma or GED. Degree not required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Military background preferred, but not necessary Special Requirements Licenses/Certificates required: Possession of or ability to obtain a CDL within 90 days of employment Physical Requirements: * Requires long periods of standing and walking indoors and outdoors throughout the day * Working in conditions of both high and low temperatures * Ability to climb stairs * Ability to run a mile and walk extended distances * Ability to do pushups, side straddle hops, sit ups and other physical training and fitness activities * Ability to teach and perform physical training to Associates as outlined by the Youth Challenge Physical Fitness Program. * Ability to drive or ride in a vehicle for extended distances Conditions of Employment: * Serves a 12 month trial period * Contingent on a favorable NCIC/OSBI background check * Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening * Contingent on a favorable pre-employment physical * Contingent on a favorable MMPI test * T1, child care check security clearance (eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens) * Employee will be considered essential personnel (required to work during inclement weather) * Available to work if called in due to an emergency * Shift work and working weekends (facility open 24 hours, 7 days a week) * Must maintain a valid driver's license and obtain a CDL license within 12 months of hire * FLSA Non-Exempt status * Tobacco and Vape free facility Additional Job Description Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub. If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact

Requirements Job Requirements: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others. Action-oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision-making, flexibility, and problem-solving. Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization. Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency. Continually seek ways to improve employment services provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth. Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by The Bizzell Group's Healthy Workplace Environment policy. Acts as a team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals. Qualifications: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel. Computer literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat. Ability to develop and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with students. Knowledge of residential living and dormitory procedures and practices. High level of communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Education and Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. An associate's degree in a human services field such as Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or related fields is preferred. Minimum one year working with youth or related experience and/or training. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and /or move up to 25 pounds. Other Duties as Assigned: This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position, nor will these requirements be the sole basis for any subsequent employee evaluations. Equal Opportunities: Bizzell is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Salary Description 17.20- 17.50

: MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST SALARY SCHEDULE: MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST (CERTIFIED OR NON-CERTIFIED) DEPARTMENT: COUNSELING & MENTAL HEALTH FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT SAFETY-SENSITIVE: YES The Mental Health Support Specialist will work closely with the building administrative team, as well as building school counselor team, to coordinate, facilitate, and implement mental health support services for students through small group counseling, occasional short-term one on one counseling, as well as provide mental health education. In supporting the needs of the students, the Mental Health Specialist will also work to provide educational and support resources for families of the students in Mid-Del. The Mental Health Support Specialist will provide emotional support and foster a safe and successful learning environment for students and staff in the schools. The primary focus will be on building students' capacity for academic success and positive social and emotional well-being. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Master's Degree Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provide individual mental health counseling and support 2. Address bullying/harassment 3. Facilitate restorative justice and conflict resolution 4. Provide crisis assistance 5. Provide mental health resources 6. Liaison to/for community resources; advocacy 7. Address mental health and mental illness, risky behaviors, depression, anxiety, abuse 8. Ability to work with families and guardians 9. Facilitate night/weekend activities as needed and work flexible hours when needed; coordinate days off with other district Mental Health Support Specialists 10. Other assigned duties COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Basic communication skills to exchange information, give/receive simple to more complex instructions and respond to inquiries. Includes filling out forms. Knowledge of grammatical structure, vocabulary for preparing correspondence from rough draft or proofing of completed material. Communicates in clear, grammatically correct English. In addition to above, composes correspondence; trains and directs others and provides complex instructions; conducts interviews. In addition, must use creativity; may make public speeches or presentations. READING AND INTERPRETING SKILLS: Reads and interprets complex and sensitive/confidential records/IEPs and other medical records. TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Experience in the use of technology in order to maintain and track documentation of mental health support for students. Must also be able to communicate with others inside and outside the district. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fume or airborne particles. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, extreme cold (including outdoors), extreme heat (including direct sunlight), risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment will vary from somewhat loud to extremely loud. To ensure continuity of services, a different work location may be necessary in the event of a health crisis or disruptive situation that requires the closing of school and/or office buildings. An employee's eligibility for a varied work location will be determined by the superintendent of schools. Expectations and guidelines for this change will be distributed by the employee's supervisor, based on his/her role and responsibilities. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Employee may occasionally be required to supervise a varying number of employees in the overall direction, coordination, and completion of tasks as assigned. DISCLAIMER: Please note that job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job elements essential for making fair hiring and pay decisions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Position Title:Child Life Specialist Fellow - Oklahoma Children's HospitalDepartment:Child Life ProgramJob Description: General Description: The Child Life fellowship is a one-year grant funded position to support the child life team with clinical needs, and allows new graduates to gain a year of paid experience before an entry-level role in the field. Assists the Child Life Department in researching and designing activities that promote the social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth of children. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Provides normalizing playroom and bedside activities, procedural preparations and support, sibling support, bereavement support and teaching positive coping techniques. Utilizes health care play, developmentally appropriate activities, as well as works with volunteer workers and educational materials to assist children and families in adjusting to the hospital environment. Coordinates internal (in-services, grand rounds, etc) and external (appropriate community agencies, Child Life Conference, etc) professional development and training opportunities. Assesses patient's psychosocial/developmental needs and provide therapeutic interventions Provides developmentally appropriate activities Promotes play as a healing and therapeutic modality for patients and families Provides clinical child life services hospital wide on Saturdays General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Child life, child development, family studies, psychology or related field Experience: Completion of at least a 600+ hour clinical child life internship along with a bachelor's degree Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: Eligibility to sit for the Association of Child Life Professionals national certification exam and successfully passing exam within the year of employment Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have knowledge of the theories of play, family systems, cultural awareness and human growth and development. Must have effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team. Must have good interpersonal skills to develop effective working relationships and to deal with difficult family/individual dynamics. Knowledge of performance improvement tools and how to monitor an ongoing process. Skill in planning programs and analyzing the problems that arise. Computer skills and a general knowledge of office procedures. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee. At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact. Title: Dermatology Skin Health Professional - ConsumerLocation: Oklahoma City, OKDermatology Skincare Professional (DSP) plays a critical role in driving revenue for the Consumer Care business unit. The Dermatology Skincare Specialist is responsible for promoting Galderma's consumer skincare portfolio products, services to Health Care Providers (HCPs) and other offer key office staff members in order to create increased product demand within assigned territory. Key Responsibilities Plan, organize and execute field-based product promotion activities in accordance with all applicable company and regulatory standards to increase patient demand of consumer skincare portfolio through targeted strategies at the HCP office level Participate in face-to-face sales calls with HCPs (healthcare professionals), distribution of product samples, and attendance at company/company sponsored meetings; some meetings may occur during evening or weekend hours; travel may be necessary Meet or exceed goals and objectives for designated product portfolio and other KPIs (key performance indicators) such as HCP satisfaction surveys, coupon redemption, POS, etc. within assigned territory Utilize sales tools, resources, and supporting analysis to identify trends and to effectively identify and execute action plans Record sales call notes, tracking samples, and other territory management activities through company data reporting system; other administrative duties may be assigned Manage appropriate utilization of resources such as budget, samples, and peer to peer programs to engage and create impact with healthcare professionals. Work within given geography to develop relationships with providers and their staff Attend medical meetings/conferences as needed based on organization and regional needs Other duties may be assigned Skills and Qualifications Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university is required Two (2) years of outside business to business sales experience preferred Demonstrate strong track record of consistent documented success (such as sales performance) Possess valid driver's license with clean driving record Ability to travel overnight as needed is required Strong business acumen including excellent communication (verbal/written), interpersonal, and persuasive skills. Ability to build strong relationships, service the total office, and add value with every interaction Proficient with MS Office in a Windows environment, virtual interaction technology, and familiar with CRM software What we offer in return You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will also have access to a range of company benefits, including a competitive wage with shift differential, annual bonus opportunities and career advancement and cross-training. Next Steps If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter. The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team Our people make a difference At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do. Employer's Rights: This does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this . The employer has the right to revise this at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Are you passionate about strengthening families and creating lasting connections? Join NorthCare as a Family Preservation Specialist, where you'll bring critical support to families, fostering stability and reunification for children across Oklahoma. This is more than a job; it's a mission to create healthier communities, one family at a time. Key Responsibilities Include: * Meet with families weekly, adapting service intensity based on their specific needs. Conduct assessments, develop intervention plans, and teach essential parenting and life skills using NorthCare's HOPE wellness toolkit and SafeCare models. * Coordinate services, facilitate parent-child visits for families with children in state custody, and act as a family advocate within the community. * Complete intake, progress notes, and discharge documentation with precision and timeliness. Uphold confidentiality and act with the utmost professionalism as a NorthCare representative. Benefits/Perks: * Competitive salary * Paid holidays * Paid Time Off to include PTO and Annual FLOAT leave * Retirement 403(b) with employer contribution (no employee match required) * Tuition Reimbursement * Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and trainings * Medical, dental and vision insurance options including VarietyCare Advantage rates/discounts and ZERO Card benefits * Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care Expenses * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Urban Sitter * Holiday saving club * Verizon Cellular plan discount * Gym Membership Discounts (YMCA, Planet Fitness, Crunch Fitness * Cell Phone Stipend * Mileage reimbursement

Job Description may be located in Shawnee or Chandler, Oklahoma. Working in Child Welfare for Oklahoma's largest state agency means having the opportunity to positively impact the safety and well-being of children and families for generations to come. If you have a passion for social work and making a difference in your local community, OKDHS has a place for you! Join our team and create pathways to hope for all Oklahomans. Extensive training will be provided to new employees. Annual Salary Level I H23A - $37,280.75 + Full State Employee Benefits Level II H23B - $40,077.79 + Full State Employee Benefits Level III H23C - $43,968.62 + Full State Employee Benefits Applicants who possess a Master's Degree in Social Work will be entitled to a salary incentive of an additional 5%. On-call positions will receive an additional bonus ranging from $75 to $100 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities. Travel is EXTENSIVE. Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance. State vehicles will be available for use to carry out the duties of the position. Minimum Qualifications Child Welfare Specialist, Level I Completion of 90 hours from an accredited college or university. OR 3 years of experience related to child welfare work. OR a combination of education and experience. Child Welfare Specialist, Level II A bachelor's degree (in any field) to qualify. OR one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist. Child Welfare Specialist, Level III A Master's degree. OR a Bachelors Degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist. OR Two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist. Job Duties All New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program Resource Family staff provides day-to-day operations, planning, and oversight of foster care and adoption activities. This includes maintenance of all foster, kinship, and adoptive families. Delivers in-home support and social work services for families applying or approved for adoption or foster care. Provides training and consultation to foster families and other placement providers. Completes family assessments and reassesses annually. Reviews child's history and coordinates placement of children. _______________________________________________________________ Click here to see what it is like to work in Child Welfare. If you have questions, please contact ********************* OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer. This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service. Announcement Number: 25-BC219 83012286/JR42326 Powered by JazzHR lOejjnnPlJ

Full-time Description HeartLine provides 24/7 support to individuals and families with a primary focus on de-escalating crisis situations presented via phone, text, and chat services. Situations can range from relationship struggles, parenting issues, child abuse, anxiety, and depression to suicidal thoughts or suicide attempts in progress. Specialists assess help-seeker needs, provide information and referrals, offer advocacy assistance when required, and follow-up, as assigned, to ensure needs are met. The Bilingual Crisis Contact Specialist is a dual-role position responsible for providing support through both phone and chat. This role serves the 988 NBU Suicide & Crisis Lifeline as well as the Disaster Distress Helpline. The Bilingual Crisis Contact Specialist provides call, chat, and text support to individuals in crisis, ensuring timely intervention, risk assessment, emotional support, and referral to appropriate resources, while maintaining compliance with HeartLine and national standards. To be considered for this role, applicants must reside in Oklahoma. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Respond to crisis calls, chats, and texts, providing emotional support, assessment, crisis intervention, and appropriate referrals in a consistent and non-judgmental manner. Consistently and accurately assess each caller/chatter/texter for suicide risk using established protocols; provide relevant safety/action planning for each contact. Offer and provide follow-up services to individuals at risk of suicide, survivors of suicide loss, or third-party contacts. Serve as a mandated reporter in cases of suspected abuse. Follow through on imminent risk assessments to assure emergency contact is made and confirm outcomes for reporting purposes, re-engaging as instructed using approved models. Gather and collect uniform demographic and situational information from help seekers. Maintain confidentiality of all contacts, adhering to HeartLine's policies and procedures. Complete required HeartLine and/or funder paperwork and data entry within designated systems. Utilize supervisory consultation for guidance, support, or debriefing as needed. Attend in-services and continuing education events to improve skills and stay current on policy/procedure changes. Actively participate in HeartLine's community disaster/emergency response plan. Maintain a 5% or lower abandonment rate per month. Complete and pass all required 988 Lifeline Core/Introduction Clinical Counseling/Simulation training annually on the 988 Lifeline Learning Portal. Maintain a monthly Quality Improvement score of 70% or higher. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Education: High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred. Experience: Bilingual in English and Spanish required. Experience in mental health, crisis intervention, counseling, psychology, as a loss survivor, working with youth or LGBTQA, or in a community nonprofit is a plus. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must be fluent in verbal, written, and reading communication in English and Spanish. Reliable, with willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and adjust as needed. Ability to work independently with confidence as well as collaboratively within a professional team. Excellent communication skills, computer literacy, time management, and attention to detail. Compassionate and nonjudgmental when assisting individuals with diverse and complex needs. Ability to handle and manage stress due to the scope and type of crisis contacts received. Physically able to lift 20 pounds, sit for long periods of time, talk on the telephone, and bend/stoop. WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position is remote upon completion of initial training period. HeartLine reserves the right to revoke remote privileges to provide additional onsite training if performance does not meet HeartLine standards. HeartLine supports a comfortable, yet professional work environment. Courtesy, respect, and equitable treatment are expected. Staff members receive support, recognition, and appreciation for jobs well done. The environmental conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Flexible scheduled work week. Some evenings/weekend work required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and required skills. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Contents may be subject to change to meet the needs of the organization.

Job Title: Behavioral Support Paraprofessional Job Summary: This person will provide support to students with disabilities who exhibit significant physical aggression due to the severity of their disability. In a one or one or small group setting, this person must be willing to work with students who may demonstrate physical aggression, engage in frequent outbursts, and who may be emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired. Essential Functions: Assists the certified staff in devising special strategies for reinforcing learning materials and skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities. Work with individual children or small groups of children to reinforce new skills initially introduced by the teacher. Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines. Provide verbal support, prompting, redirection, and modeling to help the students access the curriculum and interact with certified staff members and learning activities. Work cooperatively with other paraprofessionals, certified and licensed staff to facilitate positive interactions for the student with all staff and the ability to take instructions from a variety of school staff who are responsible for the student's education. Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the classroom teacher and the special services program coordinator for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives. Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, assemblies, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment Documents student's daily activities (e.g. behavior, completed assignments, on/off task times, etc.) for the purpose of completing daily logs and student's hourly activities. Implements under the supervision of the Special Services Program Coordinator, behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts and maintaining a safe and positive learning environment. Create and hold professional development for incoming paraprofessionals. Effective communication with the special services program coordinator, teacher, building staff and parents. Assists in de-escalating challenging behaviors utilizing verbal de-escalation strategies to prevent further escalation. Daily data collection will be required. Additional professional development as determined by the district to encourage appropriate positive behavior interventions and implementation. Educational/Training Requirements: High School Diploma, or equivalent Must have 48 hours of transcripted college credit; or must have passed, or be able to pass, the ParaPro Test Experience working with students in a school or clinical setting who demonstrate at-risk behaviors is preferred Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record; must have reliable transportation CPR Certification, or willingness and ability to obtain CPI Certification, or willingness and ability to obtain Working Conditions: Must be able to regularly lift and/or restrain students in excess of 100 pounds. Exert up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and/or to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move objects and provide redirection. Significant portion of each work day will be spent working with students who may demonstrate physical aggression, engage in frequent outbursts, and who may be emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired. Must be able to successfully complete CPI Training, which includes being able to demonstrate the following skills: The following CPI Personal Safety Technique Exercises are modeled and must be replicated by participants: Block to Strikes: hits, kicks Grab Releases (wrist grab, hair pulls, chokes, bites) Wrist Grab Release Hair Pull Release Neck Grab Release Bite Release Body Grab Release Clothing Grab Release The following CPI Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention Exercises are modeled and must be replicated by participants: Blocks CPI Children's Standing Hold CPI Children's Seated Hold CPI Seated Hold CPI Standing Hold May experience constant interruptions and changes to normal routines. Will be required to travel to more than one work site in a given work day. Must be able to see, touch, hear, and speak: frequently required to stand, walk, sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Terms of Employment: 178 Day Contract, 7.5 hours per day Benefits for the employee include health insurance; contributions to the Oklahoma Teachers Retirement System; $10,000 Life Insurance policy; Vision Insurance; and paid time off. Subject to post-offer/pre-employment Functional Capacity Exam Status: Non-Exempt Support Evaluation: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy of evaluation for certified personnel.

The Transitional Housing Victim Advocate performs work in accordance with established program objectives, policies and procedures. Individual informs victims of crimes of their statutory rights, judicial proceedings, case status, and eligibility for restitution. Ensures crisis counseling for targeted victims. Maintains community and provider contacts. Interacts with judicial system personnel. Monitors cases from citation to final disposition. Responsible for development of all program forms and guides. Requirements Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Receives, examines, and evaluates every report on victimization on trust land of the Iowa Tribe and rural service area of the Tribe. Provides crisis intervention on scene or by phone to victims of crime and survivors of tragedy. Provides support and informs victims of case status. Connects victims with appropriate resources and referrals. Conducts case management; retrieves and reviews case reports. Provides appropriate literature to victims. Follows up with officers and detectives, and assesses any other follow-up requirements. Completes necessary paperwork. Maintains liaison with local, state, and federal agencies for the purpose of implementing and interpreting the Tribal Victim Assistance services, functions, and program. Works to increase public awareness of the program among providers and the American Indian community members. Provides technical assistance and participates in all functions of the Project advisory team. Responsible for collecting and reporting tribal victim assistance statistics for reporting to the funding agency. Other duties as necessary. Education and Experience: A Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology or related field. Three year's work experience in human services. Possess knowledge of victim assistance including applicable standards, laws, regulations, and codes. Must be able to work flexible hours. Must be willing to work other than normal hours including weekends and holidays. Must have the ability to deal with crisis oriented situations and extreme human behaviors or reactions caused by crisis. Respectful, knowledgeable, and have an understanding of tribal cultures, customs, beliefs, values, social systems, and structure of Indian families. Certificates: CPR and First Aid Certification Active Driver's License Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Possess knowledge of victim assistance including applicable standards, laws, regulations, and codes. Knowledge of needs and challenges experienced by people from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Knowledge of safety planning for victims of crime. Understanding of tribal cultures, customs, beliefs, values, social systems, and structure of Indian families. Ability to deal with crisis oriented situations and extreme human behaviors or reactions caused by crisis. Ability to work emergency call-outs, nights, weekends and holidays. Must have knowledge and experience working with tribal government, tribal programs, and tribal court. Ability to coordinate quality assurance programs in area of specialty. Ability to counsel patients and/or families in life management and coping skills. Ability to gather data, compiles information, and prepare reports. Interviewing and psychological/developmental evaluation skills. Knowledge of community support services and funding agencies. Knowledge of psychosocial interviewing and counseling techniques. Conditions of Employment: The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma operates a drug-free workplace. Must submit to and pass applicable drug test. Must pass background investigations for suitability of character identified in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.

Job DescriptionDescription: The Transitional Housing Victim Advocate performs work in accordance with established program objectives, policies and procedures. Individual informs victims of crimes of their statutory rights, judicial proceedings, case status, and eligibility for restitution. Ensures crisis counseling for targeted victims. Maintains community and provider contacts. Interacts with judicial system personnel. Monitors cases from citation to final disposition. Responsible for development of all program forms and guides. Requirements: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Receives, examines, and evaluates every report on victimization on trust land of the Iowa Tribe and rural service area of the Tribe. Provides crisis intervention on scene or by phone to victims of crime and survivors of tragedy. Provides support and informs victims of case status. Connects victims with appropriate resources and referrals. Conducts case management; retrieves and reviews case reports. Provides appropriate literature to victims. Follows up with officers and detectives, and assesses any other follow-up requirements. Completes necessary paperwork. Maintains liaison with local, state, and federal agencies for the purpose of implementing and interpreting the Tribal Victim Assistance services, functions, and program. Works to increase public awareness of the program among providers and the American Indian community members. Provides technical assistance and participates in all functions of the Project advisory team. Responsible for collecting and reporting tribal victim assistance statistics for reporting to the funding agency. Other duties as necessary. Education and Experience: A Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology or related field. Three year's work experience in human services. Possess knowledge of victim assistance including applicable standards, laws, regulations, and codes. Must be able to work flexible hours. Must be willing to work other than normal hours including weekends and holidays. Must have the ability to deal with crisis oriented situations and extreme human behaviors or reactions caused by crisis. Respectful, knowledgeable, and have an understanding of tribal cultures, customs, beliefs, values, social systems, and structure of Indian families. Certificates: CPR and First Aid Certification Active Driver's License Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Possess knowledge of victim assistance including applicable standards, laws, regulations, and codes. Knowledge of needs and challenges experienced by people from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Knowledge of safety planning for victims of crime. Understanding of tribal cultures, customs, beliefs, values, social systems, and structure of Indian families. Ability to deal with crisis oriented situations and extreme human behaviors or reactions caused by crisis. Ability to work emergency call-outs, nights, weekends and holidays. Must have knowledge and experience working with tribal government, tribal programs, and tribal court. Ability to coordinate quality assurance programs in area of specialty. Ability to counsel patients and/or families in life management and coping skills. Ability to gather data, compiles information, and prepare reports. Interviewing and psychological/developmental evaluation skills. Knowledge of community support services and funding agencies. Knowledge of psychosocial interviewing and counseling techniques. Conditions of Employment: The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma operates a drug-free workplace. Must submit to and pass applicable drug test. Must pass background investigations for suitability of character identified in accordance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.

The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City is looking for great candidates to join our Y Clubhouse team at three locations in the Oklahoma City Housing Authority communities. The Y Clubhouse provides after school and summer programming for school age kids. We offer meals, homework help, games, crafts, and other activities for kids within their own communities. POSITION DESCRIPTION Y Clubhouse Program Staff will be directly responsible for the safety, supervision, leadership and guidance for a group of youth participants during program. This role promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall experience. Staff will provide a quality experience to children that focus on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Requirements ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Builds and maintain a positive environment for all students. Supervise and ensure the safety of children. Maintain attendance records. Implement and execute lesson plans for scheduled program times, which include provisions for safe program opportunities and student's ages and ability differences. Facilitate positive behavior management techniques and trauma informed approaches. Assist in providing a positive learning experience for all students Maintain all program equipment in good order Report all program changes and equipment needs to Leadership staff. Model and facilitate relationship-building skills in all interactions and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, school staff and other YMCA staff. Assists with cleaning and sanitizing of classrooms and equipment. Ability to perform both indoor and outdoor activities. Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years or older Interest in working with children and youth, exercising sound emotional maturity, moral character, judgement, integrity and leadership capability. Safety certifications and required trainings upon hire in accordance with required standards. Physical requirements: Ability to walk, stand, sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight. Must be able to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds. Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time. Requires bending, pulling, crouching, leaning, kneeling, walking, pushing, climbing, and jumping. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in such a way as to be easily understood by children, staff, and parents. Visual and auditory ability to supervise and respond to critical situations with children. Must be able to move freely and quickly through the facility and alternate program locations including indoor and outdoor space. Salary Description $12.00 per hour

Job Posting Title Residential Advisor-9 Agency 025 OKLAHOMA MILITARY DEPARTMENT Supervisory Organization Oklahoma Military Department Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Basic Purpose Monitor and supervise 35 to 45 youth (ages 17-21) in the Oklahoma Job ChalleNGe Program (Sooner Job Challenge Program). Compensation: $40000.00 Typical Functions * Under administrative supervision monitors and supervises 35 to 45 youth (ages 17 to 21) in the Oklahoma Job ChalleNGe Program (Sooner Job Challenge Program) * Maintains accountability of assigned platoon at all times * Maintains discipline, security, and safety within a quasi-military atmosphere * Develops a team-oriented attitude in the Associates * Mentor/role model for those assigned cadets during the residential phase of the program * Conducts first line counseling and problem solving for those assigned Associates and is the primary instructor in Drill and Ceremony and group living skills * Directs and participates in physical training * Provides transportation and supervision for Associates attending vocational training * Maintains supporting documentation and evaluations for those assigned Associates Level Descriptor Individual contributor Education and Experience High School diploma or GED. Degree not required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Military background preferred, but not necessary Special Requirements Licenses/Certificates required: Valid DL Physical Requirements: * Requires long periods of standing and walking indoors and outdoors throughout the day * Working in conditions of both high and low temperatures * Ability to climb stairs * Ability to run a mile and walk extended distances * Ability to do pushups, side straddle hops, sit ups and other physical training and fitness activities * Ability to teach and perform physical training to Associates as outlined by the Youth Challenge Physical Fitness Program. * Ability to drive or ride in a vehicle for extended distances Conditions of Employment: * Serves a 12 month trial period * Contingent on a favorable NCIC/OSBI background check * Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening * Contingent on a favorable pre-employment physical * Contingent on a favorable MMPI test * T1, child care check security clearance (eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens) * Employee will be considered essential personnel (required to work during inclement weather) * Available to work if called in due to an emergency * Shift work and working weekends (facility open 24 hours, 7 days a week) * Must maintain a valid driver's license * FLSA Non-Exempt status * Tobacco and Vape free facility Additional Job Description Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub. If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact

The Bizzell Group, one of the fastest-growing companies in America, is seeking a Residential Advisor to provide a paraprofessional level of student support and performance duties, as necessary, for an orderly operation of the dormitory program. Responsible for the supervision of students to ensure a safe and secure environment. This position is an on-call position and work is on an as-needed basis. Responsible for a paraprofessional level of student support and performance duties necessary for an orderly operation of the Dormitory Program. Must be available to work any shift and day of the week due to a 24/7 operation. Provides and/or call-in services substitute of a residential advisor. Ensures orderly, clean living conditions by scheduling and supervising, and participating in dorm clean up and submitting repair requests. Provides supervision for the cafeteria, laundry, special activities (on and off Center) and other areas of the program as scheduled or assigned. Identifies and assists students in handling special problems and conducts dormitory meetings. Maintains individual records for each student that contain, at a minimum, basic identifying information, including emergency contacts, and written parental consent (minors) for weekend passes to approved destinations. Such records shall be readily accessible to other dormitory staff. Assists students in development long- and short-term personal and independent living goals and documents same on the students' PCDP. Participates in the timely evaluation of student progress and updates PCPD goals when students are not meeting CSS expectations. Maintains communication with students' counselors, instructors, and with other staff members. Attends staff in-service training sessions and other training or meetings as directed. Establishes a close working relationship with students, dealing justly and impartially regardless of their ability, achievement or background, and works to motivate them toward goals. Initiates and directs dormitory programs, utilizing Center services and activities to benefit students. Follows all non-health standing orders. Transports students to various activities and events as needed. Maintains an environment wherein students and staff feel safe and secure. Maintains logbooks as directed and authorized that show activity during shift. Ensures case notes and other entries in CIS are accurate and up to date. Secures students personal property/items when a student is absent for 24 hours; all items are to be placed in property and logged. Submits time sheets according to center policy. Assists and trains student leaders per center policy. Participates in intramural programs. Ensures students meet their evening schedule. Provides support for safety and security on center. Ensures that buildings are secure and clean at all times. Conducts periodic checks and maintains order and discipline in his/her assigned dorm. Works towards meeting performance management goals. Follows the CDSS plan and Standards of Conduct system. Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins and Center policies and procedures. Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices. Participates in regular staff meetings. Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate career success skills. Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement of independent living skills. Participates in PRH mandated staff training. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Performs other duties as assigned. Effective Communication Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms the correct interpretation of information Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others Organization of Work Action-oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision-making, flexibility, and problem-solving Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth Professionalism Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by The Bizzell Group's Corporation's Healthy Workplace Environment policy Acts as a team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals Requirements Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel Computer Literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat Ability to develop and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with students Knowledge of residential living and dormitory procedures and practices High level of communication, interpersonal, and organization skills Experience Minimum one year working with youth or related experience and/or training. Education A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate's Degree in a human services field such as Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, or related fields is preferred. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid State Driver's License The Bizzell Group, LLC offers competitive compensation, a flexible benefits package, career development opportunities that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Professional Development & Learning Opportunities. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. The Bizzell Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. That does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work culture that values all. The Bizzell Group is in compliance with Executive Order 14042 and will require all employees to be fully vaccinated. against COVID-19. Work Remotely- No Salary Description 17.20- 17.50

Position Title:Child Life Specialist- Oklahoma Children's Hospital- PRNDepartment:Child Life ProgramJob Description: Shift: PRN (As Needed) General Description: Under minimal direction, responsible for implementing educational, recreational and therapeutic programs and activities which enhance the psychosocial support provided to patients and families. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Designs activities that promote the social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth of children. Serves as an advisor to hospital staff on the psychosocial needs of children and their families. Utilizes health care play, developmentally appropriate activities, volunteer workers and educational materials to help children and families adjust to the hospital environment and to prepare them for events related to illness and hospitalization. Assists with process improvement studies in the areas of psychosocial and developmental disciplines. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Baccalaureate Degree in Child Life, Child Development, Recreational Therapy or a closely related field. Completion of a recognized Child Life Internship which consists of at least 480 hours under the supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist. Experience: None License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) OR eligible to sit for the exam. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. Special Requirement: Certified eligible incumbents may continue in this classification for up to 12 months and must pass the Child Life Certification examination within that timeframe. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have knowledge of the theories of play, family systems, cultural awareness and human growth and development. Must have effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team. Skill in the supervision of students and volunteers. Must have good interpersonal skills to develop effective working relationships and to deal with difficult family/individual dynamics. Knowledge of performance improvement tools and how to monitor an ongoing process. Skill in planning programs and analyzing the problems that arise. Good presentation skills for representing the Child Life Department to internal and external audiences. Computer skills and a general knowledge of office procedures. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

Department: Women, Infants & Children Program (WIC) Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Employee Category: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Reporting Relationship: Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Coordinator, WIC Clinic Manager Character Core Qualities: * Availability - Willingness to change your schedule and priorities to meet a need. * Compassion - Helping those in need. * Enthusiasm - Expressing interest and excitement in what you do. Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: A WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor is a paraprofessional support person who provides basic breastfeeding information and encouragement to WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: * Supports WIC mothers during a normal breastfeeding experience. * Counsels new WIC mothers at certification. * Promotes breastfeeding to WIC participants. * Addresses specific concerns of WIC expectant/breastfeeding mothers and corrects misinformation. * Shares WIC-approved breastfeeding educational materials with participants. * Counsels WIC pregnant and breastfeeding mothers over the telephone and in person (one-on-one) at scheduled intervals. * Follows up on WIC participants according to protocol. * Is available to WIC clients outside usual clinic hours and outside the WIC clinic environment. * Provides participants the phone number to the Oklahoma Breastfeeding Hotline for additional breastfeeding support from International Board Certified Lactation Consultants 24 hours per day/7 days a week. * Assists Certified WIC Nutrition Technician with Issuing breast pumps and maintains breast pump inventory. * Documents appropriate counseling information. * Completes and turns in the Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program Monthly Activity Report to the Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Coordinator in a punctual manner. * Keeps participant files in a secure environment. * Participates in clinic staff meetings as part of the WIC team. * Attends scheduled Breastfeeding Peer Counselor meetings and in-services. * Provides appropriate referrals when needed. * Supports Variety Care's accreditation as a Patient Centered Medical Home and our commitment to provide care to all Variety Care patients that is Safe, Effective, Patient Centered, Timely, Efficient, and Equitable. Provides leadership and works with all staff to achieve the goals of the "Triple Aim" of healthcare reform-to improve the experience of care, improve health outcomes, and decrease healthcare costs. * Embodies the strength of personal character. Places value on being an open and honest communicator who displays high moral and ethical conduct, integrity, adaptability, and sound judgment. Must be a leader in the department and community. Result-oriented problem solver who is responsible and accountable. * Performs other duties as assigned.

Click here to learn more about the great community of Yukon, Oklahoma! JOB TITLE: BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT PARAPROFESSIONAL JOB SUMMARY: This person will provide support to students with disabilities who exhibit significant physical aggression due to the severity of their disability. In a one or one or small group setting, this person must be willing to work with students who may demonstrate physical aggression, engage in frequent outbursts, and who may be emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Assists the certified staff in devising special strategies for reinforcing learning materials and skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities. * Work with individual children or small groups of children to reinforce new skills initially introduced by the teacher. * Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines. * Provide verbal support, prompting, redirection, and modeling to help the students access the curriculum and interact with certified staff members and learning activities. * Work cooperatively with other paraprofessionals, certified and licensed staff to facilitate positive interactions for the student with all staff and the ability to take instructions from a variety of school staff who are responsible for the student's education. * Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the classroom teacher and the special services program coordinator for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives. * Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, assemblies, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment * Documents student's daily activities (e.g. behavior, completed assignments, on/off task times, etc.) for the purpose of completing daily logs and student's hourly activities. * Implements under the supervision of the Special Services Program Coordinator, behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts and maintaining a safe and positive learning environment. * Create and hold professional development for incoming paraprofessionals. * Effective communication with the special services program coordinator, teacher, building staff and parents. * Assists in de-escalating challenging behaviors utilizing verbal de-escalation strategies to prevent further escalation. * Daily data collection will be required. * Additional professional development as determined by the district to encourage appropriate positive behavior interventions and implementation. EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: * High School Diploma, or equivalent * Must have 48 hours of transcripted college credit; or must have passed, or be able to pass, the ParaPro Test * Experience working with students in a school or clinical setting who demonstrate at-risk behaviors is preferred * Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record; must have reliable transportation * CPR Certification, or willingness and ability to obtain * CPI Certification, or willingness and ability to obtain WORKING CONDITIONS: * Must be able to regularly lift and/or restrain students in excess of 100 pounds. * Exert up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and/or to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move objects and provide redirection. * Significant portion of each work day will be spent working with students who may demonstrate physical aggression, engage in frequent outbursts, and who may be emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired. * Must be able to successfully complete CPI Training, which includes being able to demonstrate the following skills: * The following CPI Personal Safety Technique Exercises are modeled and must be replicated by participants: * Block to Strikes: hits, kicks * Grab Releases (wrist grab, hair pulls, chokes, bites) * Wrist Grab Release * Hair Pull Release * Neck Grab Release * Bite Release * Body Grab Release * Clothing Grab Release * The following CPI Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention Exercises are modeled and must be replicated by participants: * Blocks * CPI Children's Standing Hold * CPI Children's Seated Hold * CPI Seated Hold * CPI Standing Hold * May experience constant interruptions and changes to normal routines. * Will be required to travel to more than one work site in a given work day. * Must be able to see, touch, hear, and speak: frequently required to stand, walk, sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: * 178 Day Contract, 7.5 hours per day * Benefits for the employee include health insurance; contributions to the Oklahoma Teachers Retirement System; $10,000 Life Insurance policy; Vision Insurance; and paid time off. * Subject to post-offer/pre-employment Functional Capacity Exam STATUS: Non-Exempt Support EVALUATION: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy of evaluation for certified personnel.

Job Description is located in El Reno, Oklahoma. Working in Child Welfare for Oklahoma's largest state agency means having the opportunity to positively impact the safety and well-being of children and families for generations to come. If you have a passion for social work and making a difference in your local community, OKDHS has a place for you! Join our team and create pathways to hope for all Oklahomans. Extensive training will be provided to new employees. Annual Salary Level I H23A - $37,280.75 + Full State Employee Benefits Level II H23B - $40,077.79 + Full State Employee Benefits Level III H23C - $43,968.62 + Full State Employee Benefits Applicants who possess a Master's Degree in Social Work will be entitled to a salary incentive of an additional 5%. On-call positions will receive an additional bonus ranging from $75 to $100 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities. Travel is EXTENSIVE. Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance. State vehicles will be available for use to carry out the duties of the position. Minimum Qualifications Child Welfare Specialist, Level I Completion of 90 hours from an accredited college or university. OR 3 years of experience related to child welfare work. OR a combination of education and experience. Child Welfare Specialist, Level II A bachelor's degree (in any field) to qualify. OR one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist. Child Welfare Specialist, Level III A Master's degree. OR a Bachelors Degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist. OR Two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist. Job Duties All New Employees will complete the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program Resource Family staff provides day-to-day operations, planning, and oversight of foster care and adoption activities. This includes maintenance of all foster, kinship, and adoptive families. Delivers in-home support and social work services for families applying or approved for adoption or foster care. Provides training and consultation to foster families and other placement providers. Completes family assessments and reassesses annually. Reviews child's history and coordinates placement of children. _______________________________________________________________ Click here to see what it is like to work in Child Welfare. If you have questions, please contact ********************* OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer. This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service. Announcement Number: 25-BC276 83005124/JR53939 Powered by JazzHR 4627xqcJLY