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About the Role

Community Habilitation Workers provide person-centered supports and services, emphasizing personal choice, to individuals with developmental disabilities. The role involves guiding, training, supporting, and encouraging individuals to foster enriched lives, independence, and community integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide services in home and community according to Habilitation Plan and individual Safeguards.
• Document Habilitation services contemporaneously per Agency, OPWDD, Medicaid, and other requirements.
• Provide input into the development and implementation of the Staff Action Plan.
• Monitor safety and welfare of individuals served, taking corrective actions and notifying supervisors of concerns.
• Provide the required level of supervision as stated in the Staff Action Plan and individual Safeguards.
• Assist and support individuals served to build positive relationships in their community.
• Provide support and encouragement for individuals served to advocate for their needs and rights.
• Provide training and encouragement for personal health care as needed.
• Communicate health care concerns to supervisor or administrator.
• Communicate professionally with persons receiving services, families, team members, and the community.
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation daily, including checklists, progress notes, and incident reports.
• Complete Monthly Summary Notes on time.
• Encourage community integration with an emphasis on inclusion, access, community awareness, and safety.
• Follow transportation protocol and ensure attendance checks when using an agency vehicle.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in supervision for professional growth.
• Complete all required initial and annual training, as well as ongoing training.
• Conduct fire drills and document results.
• Report to work promptly and adhere to the assigned schedule.
• Work overtime as needed to ensure proper staffing ratios.
• Adhere to and implement the NADSP Code of Ethics, Justice Center Code of Conduct, and NYS DSP Core Competencies.
• Adhere to all Agency and Program Policies and Procedures, including HIPAA and Confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to instruct others on vocational or daily living skills.
• Actively listen and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Good interpersonal skills and commitment to assisting individuals with disabilities.
• Maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Serve as a role model and represent the agency positively.
• Ability to use a computer or mobile device to access email and required software.
• Ability to self-initiate projects and function autonomously.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, communication, and motivational skills.
• Good analytical ability with problem-solving and follow-up.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software and E-Mail system.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to operate an agency vehicle if needed.
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the job including stooping, lifting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, standing, walking, hearing, listening, and communicating appropriately.

Skills

• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Listening
• Problem-solving
• Follow-up
• Computer proficiency
• Time management

Location

• Howard Beach, Queens NY

Work Type

• Part-time

Experience Level

• Entry Level

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED

Salary/Compensations

• $19.00/hr.

About the Company

• Access values connection, accountability, and real impact.
• Our Culture Playbook guides how we show up for each other and the people we support.
• We are committed to helping people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible, while ensuring our staff can do the same.

Equal Opportunity

• New York Families for Autistic Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We do not discriminate due to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, unemployment status or any other legally protected basis.
• Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans.