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About the Role
The Habilitation Assistant supports individuals in achieving greater independence and personal growth through meaningful daily activities and individualized program plans. This role assists with personal care, implements skill development activities, ensures safety and well-being, and promotes inclusion within the program and the community, fostering dignity, learning, and participation.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support and personal care, assisting with daily living activities such as toileting, feeding, dressing, and hygiene.
- Support implementation of individualized program plans and behavior support strategies.
- Encourage and assist individuals in developing self-help, communication, and social skills.
- Supervise and engage individuals in classroom activities, community outings, recreational programs, and skill-building opportunities.
- Maintain close supervision of individuals during all program activities and community trips to ensure safety and positive engagement.
- Drive agency vehicles to transport individuals to and from program sites, appointments, community activities, and other outings.
- Collect data and document progress on program goals, behavior plans, and treatment objectives.
- Prepare concise written documentation, including progress notes, incident reports, and communication logs.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and in-service training.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe program environment.
- Participate in recreational activities, including swimming or gym sessions, providing direct support.
- Dispense prescribed medications after completing required training and certification as an Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP).
- Respond appropriately to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including administering first aid and contacting emergency personnel.
- Ensure actions and interactions promote respect, dignity, and the prevention of abuse or neglect.
- Substitute in other program areas as needed to ensure continuity of care and coverage.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Six months of related experience is preferred but not required.
- Must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at time of hire or within six months of date of hire.
- Valid New York State Driver’s License, maintained in good standing.
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
- Ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding the rights of the people we support.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for ADAPT's mission and demonstrates a commitment to the non-profit disability sector.
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working effectively with the people we support, families, coworkers, and community partners.
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 6 months of related experience preferred
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- $20.17/hour (after probation)
Benefits
- Paid training
- Competitive benefits
- Industry-Leading Benefits
About the Company
- ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities.
- ADAPT is 3,000 strong and empowers the lives of the people they support.
- ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and fosters a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.