Community Habilitation Aide

332098 Cumberland River Behavioral Health•Corbin, KY

15h

About The Position

The Community Habilitation Aide provides supports in a non-residential setting, excluding family homes, group homes, staffed residences, and the individual’s home. The role helps individuals participate in community activities and access community resources, and may require transporting an individual in the aide’s personal vehicle. The aide supports individuals’ access to their environment, administers medication accurately, documents medication errors and incidents, maintains timely and factual records, and communicates with staff involved in each individual’s care. The position also requires protecting individuals from abuse, neglect, and exploitation; maintaining confidentiality; and treating individuals and coworkers respectfully. The schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. until close, with evening and weekend hours potentially required. Work may involve structured 7.5- or 8-hour blocks, irregular or flexible hours, occasional outdoor work, off-site locations, or placement at a Residential Program. The role may involve exposure to blood or other infectious materials and potential threats or dangerous situations. Staff must complete required training, including annual infection-control and safety training, and maintain CPR certification. A successful annual performance evaluation is required.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED, or be at least 21 years old with one year of experience in DDID; experience is described as preferred.
Submit to and pass a criminal record check and drug screen.
Have a valid Social Security card or, for non-U.S. citizens, a valid work permit.
Have a valid driver’s license with no moving traffic violations.
Maintain a safe driving record and the minimum vehicle insurance required by the State of Kentucky if driving is required for job performance.
Have oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and computer knowledge.
Use good judgment, tact, diplomacy, and compassion when problem-solving, handling conflict, or responding to a crisis.
Complete recordkeeping in a timely manner.
Work effectively with diverse personalities and maintain effective working relationships with people of all races, backgrounds, and needs.
Be physically able to reach, push, pull, stoop, stand, walk, and lift up to 20 pounds.
Complete training requirements within required time frames and maintain CPR certification.
Meet the physical and environmental demands of the position, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Provide supports in a non-residential setting, excluding family homes, group homes, staffed residences, and the individual’s home.
Transport individuals in a personal vehicle when required.
Support individuals in participating in community projects, including unpaid volunteer positions.
Help individuals access and use community resources, including transportation, translation, communication assistance, and companion services.
Provide assistance and training to help individuals access all parts of their environment.
Administer medication accurately and know medication side effects.
Report and document medication errors and incidents correctly.
Communicate with staff involved with individuals, including Case Managers, Behavior Specialists, and Therapists.
Prevent and report abuse, neglect, and exploitation; staff have a legal responsibility to report these concerns.
Write relevant, factual notes in the appropriate format and complete all paperwork and documentation accurately and promptly.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Use honest, positive, non-stigmatizing communication and show respect for individuals and coworkers.
Work collaboratively with coworkers and as part of a comprehensive community mental health team; positively represent the agency in the community.
Complete required training within the time frames established by the SCL waiver and comply with agency policies and procedures.
Complete a TB skin test assessment within seven days of hire.
Read, adhere to, and promote the DID vision statement.
Obtain Kentucky Notary certification if required for the job.
Maintain CPR certification, completing certification within one month of employment; complete First Aid training if required.
Participate in yearly training on infection control and environmental safety, including hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens, and training on responding to threats, violence, and escalating situations.
Meet performance expectations, including a successful annual performance evaluation.