252 Habilitation Specialist jobs in the United States

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This position is part time in Weirton, averaging 35 hours a week. It is Monday through Friday typically, 7:30am-3:30pm, all evenings, weekends and holidays off. The habilitation specialist is responsible for providing educational, daily living skills, and community awareness training to individuals with developmental disabilities. This is a rewarding position, with new rates, it’s ideal for individuals who have children in school or anyone who wants to make a difference. A high school diploma (GED) is required as well as a valid driver's license.

HealthWays, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

We are a fully licensed, private, non-profit organization, formerly known as Hancock-Brooke Behavioral Health Service, we are the oldest and largest agency of our type in the Upper Ohio Valley.

HealthWays provides comprehensive mental health and behavioral health care services to the Panhandle community in the tri-state area, Weirton, WV. And we’ve been doing it compassionately and professionally since 1964.

Conveniently located off Rt 22, only half hour away from Pittsburgh Airport, suitable for convenient, fast, picturesque interstate commute.

We are a fully licensed, private, non-profit organization, formerly known as Hancock-Brooke Behavioral Health Service, we are the oldest and largest agency of our type in the Upper Ohio Valley.

HealthWays provides comprehensive mental health and behavioral health care services to the Panhandle community in the tri-state area, Weirton, WV. And we’ve been doing it compassionately and professionally since 1964.

Conveniently located off Rt 22, only half hour away from Pittsburgh Airport, suitable for convenient, fast, picturesque interstate commute.

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Who We Are:
At Community Mainstreaming, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Learn more about our impactful work at communitymainstreaming.org.

Overview:

Join our team as a Community Habilitation Specialist and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our program participants. You'll provide essential oversight and support, empowering individuals to manage all aspects of their lives with maturity and responsibility. Your dedication will help them achieve greater independence and thrive within their communities.

Here’s what makes working with us truly special:

1. Meaningful Impact : Every day, you’ll make a real difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Your efforts will help create a nurturing and inclusive community where everyone can thrive.
2. Collaborative Culture : Join a passionate team dedicated to supporting each other and the individuals we serve. We foster an atmosphere of collaboration, respect, and shared goals, making it a fulfilling place to work.
3. Professional Development : We invest in your growth! Benefit from ongoing training and resources to enhance your skills, ensuring you’re equipped to provide the best support possible.
4. Diverse Community : Be part of a vibrant community that celebrates diversity. Your unique background and perspective will enrich our team and enhance the experiences of those we support.
5. Rewarding Experience : Not only will you gain valuable experience in the field of disability support, but you’ll also build lasting relationships and create memories that will stay with you forever.

What Your Role Will Be:

• Provide meaningful instruction to individuals to enhance community living skills.
• Assist with activities of daily living, personal care, health care, and promote community inclusion.
• Support the development of relationships, social skills, and leisure activities.
• Help individuals access community services and resources.
• Facilitate the development of independent community travel skills.
• Meet with individuals to discuss behavioral concerns and sensitive topics.
• Encourage individuals to identify potential outcomes and engage in problem-solving training.
• Assist individuals in effectively communicating with external entities such as Care Coordinators, vendors, healthcare providers, and landlords.
• Coordinate and support a variety of leisure and community activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid and clean New York State driver’s license.
• Experience as a Community Habilitation Specialist, Babysitter, or Home Health Aide.
• Preferred experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Own vehicle with proof of insurance, registration, and inspection.
• Must possess and maintain a personal cell phone for work-related communication; this is a condition of employment.
• Ability to travel with participants in vehicles for at least 30 minutes.
• Skill in identifying community resources for participants' daily activities.
• Ability to work independently with remote supervision.
• Personable and approachable demeanor.
• Proficiency in computer use.
• Efficiency with smartphones.

Work Location: Nassau and Suffolk County

Work Hours/Schedule:

• Glen Cove:
  • Full-time: Monday – Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM (30-hour work week, including holidays)
• Other sites:

• Part-time: Monday – Friday and/or Saturday - Sunday, 3 PM to 7 PM 9including holidays)

Additional Information: Use of personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Pay: $20.00/hr.

Generous Benefits:

• Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Dental Benefits: Employer-paid.
• Vision Plan
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft & Fraud Protection
• Legal Services
• 403(B) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%.
• Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid, coverage of 1x annual salary.
• Tuition Assistance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Program
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits

Paid Time Off:

• Up to 80 hours of vacation during the first calendar year of employment. Employees accrue an additional 8 vacation hours each subsequent calendar year, up to a maximum of 120 hours.
• Up to 48 hours of personal time per calendar year.
• 9 paid holidays.

As a non-profit organization, we offer employees the opportunity to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community while benefiting from this valuable financial relief.

Part-time employees are also eligible for the 403(B) retirement plan and New York State Sick Leave.

Community Mainstreaming Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

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Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

SUMMARY

Under general direction, is responsible for designing and implementing an organized, individualized program for acquisition of functional skills that will lead to increased independent community participation for the individuals served. This is done in accordance with regulations and requirements of the agency and applicable governmental and other regulatory agencies. This is a management position that is responsible for providing supervision to the Habilitation Assistants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Habilitation Specialist will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Serves as a liaison between agency, the people we support, and families. Serves as advocate and provider for all issues pertaining to those receiving services.
• Develops programs and day habilitation plans for persons served.
• Implements active treatment plans for program participants, both inside and outside of building.
• Supervises non-professional staff in implementation of day habilitation plans.
• Participates in individual program planning process.
• Orients, trains, evaluates, delegates, supervises work of, and recommends hiring and disciplining of subordinate staff.
• Recognizes and observes important relationships with Service Coordinators for participants’ program development and referral for other kinds of assistance as needed.
• Maintains attendance and other required records/paperwork.
• Utilizes community resources, as appropriate for implementation of day habilitation plans and community integration.
• Carries out basic administrative tasks related to caseload and other selected assignments as directed by program director or program coordinator.
• Plans group and individual activities and assigns staff to implement them.
• Trains and instructs support staff in daily routine, program planning, and general procedures and practices of the group.
• Attends regularly scheduled supervisory staff meetings.
• Prepares and adapts materials and plans and sets up furniture and equipment for program activities.
• Participates in scheduled in-service training programs.
• Provides support/coverage to other classrooms as needed.
• Participates in activities outside of activity room when necessary, i.e. trips, pool, gym. Enters swimming pool with the people we support as required.
• Selects and utilizes educational materials.
• Teaches persons served to become more independent.
• Drives agency vehicles for individual transportation, pickups, deliveries, community outings, and medical emergencies as required.
• Assists persons served with transportation between buses and buildings as needed.
• Performs direct care responsibilities that include feeding and toileting, as needed.
• Initiates precautions within established framework to assure that own work is completed in a manner free from recognized hazards.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Valid New York State Driver’s License is preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, the people we support, and their families
• Good organizational and teaching skills
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software
• Ability to operate wheelchairs and adaptive equipment utilized by persons served
• Must maintain confidentiality of the records of the persons served
• Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services or related field
• One year of post graduate experience is required

COMPENSATION: $25.75/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees!

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description

Description:

Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

SUMMARY

Under general direction, is responsible for designing and implementing an organized, individualized program for acquisition of functional skills that will lead to increased independent community participation for the individuals served. This is done in accordance with regulations and requirements of the agency and applicable governmental and other regulatory agencies. This is a management position that is responsible for providing supervision to the Habilitation Assistants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Habilitation Specialist will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Serves as a liaison between agency, the people we support, and families. Serves as advocate and provider for all issues pertaining to those receiving services.
• Develops programs and day habilitation plans for persons served.
• Implements active treatment plans for program participants, both inside and outside of building.
• Supervises non-professional staff in implementation of day habilitation plans.
• Participates in individual program planning process.
• Orients, trains, evaluates, delegates, supervises work of, and recommends hiring and disciplining of subordinate staff.
• Recognizes and observes important relationships with Service Coordinators for participants’ program development and referral for other kinds of assistance as needed.
• Maintains attendance and other required records/paperwork.
• Utilizes community resources, as appropriate for implementation of day habilitation plans and community integration.
• Carries out basic administrative tasks related to caseload and other selected assignments as directed by program director or program coordinator.
• Plans group and individual activities and assigns staff to implement them.
• Trains and instructs support staff in daily routine, program planning, and general procedures and practices of the group.
• Attends regularly scheduled supervisory staff meetings.
• Prepares and adapts materials and plans and sets up furniture and equipment for program activities.
• Participates in scheduled in-service training programs.
• Provides support/coverage to other classrooms as needed.
• Participates in activities outside of activity room when necessary, i.e. trips, pool, gym. Enters swimming pool with the people we support as required.
• Selects and utilizes educational materials.
• Teaches persons served to become more independent.
• Drives agency vehicles for individual transportation, pickups, deliveries, community outings, and medical emergencies as required.
• Assists persons served with transportation between buses and buildings as needed.
• Performs direct care responsibilities that include feeding and toileting, as needed.
• Initiates precautions within established framework to assure that own work is completed in a manner free from recognized hazards.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Valid New York State Driver’s License is preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, the people we support, and their families
• Good organizational and teaching skills
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software
• Ability to operate wheelchairs and adaptive equipment utilized by persons served
• Must maintain confidentiality of the records of the persons served
• Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services or related field
• One year of post graduate experience is required

COMPENSATION: $25.75/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees!

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

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Position Title: Habilitation Specialist Location: Rehabilitation / Day Services

Reports To: Program Manager Cost Center: 540-22 / 540-18 / 540-07

General Purpose:

Coordinate Pre Vocational and/ or Day Habilitation services for a case load of up to 30 individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. Engage each individual in a Person Centered Planning process to identify their goals and implement services and activities that will help them achieve their highest level of independence. Complete all required documentation efficiently & to employers & funding source's standards. Coordinate group & individual scheduling of activities and services, regularly visit program and volunteer sites, oversee Direct Support Professionals implementation of services to individuals, write and update each individual's Habilitation Plan and Person Centered Plan.

Essential Functions:

1. Complete required documentation (including Habilitation Plans, Monthly Case Notes, Person Centered Plans, New Start Packets, Incident Reports, and other required documentation) to funding source and oversight agency standards within specified timeframes.

1. Ensure Individual's on caseload meet monthly attendance goals. Prepare monthly attendance report for Program Manager.

1. Engage each individual in Person Centered Planning. Use their Person Centered Plan and feedback as the basis for developing Habilitation Plans, Goals, Staff Supports & Services, and in group & individual monthly schedule development. Each individual's goals, interests, needs, and skills must be taken into

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• 401(k)

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• 401(k)

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• 401(k)

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