Community Habilitation Instructor
About The Position
The Community Habilitation Instructor provides supports specified in the Life Plan and Staff Action Plan to people with developmental disabilities who live at home with family, in a residential setting, or independently in the community. The instructor helps individuals participate in community and social activities, build relationships, increase independence, and make informed choices. The role also supports exploration of socialization, leisure, and self-improvement experiences so individuals can participate and contribute to their communities. The position involves ensuring individuals’ health and safety, assisting with transportation to medical appointments as needed, serving as a positive role model, and treating each individual with dignity and respect. Instructors complete required documentation, participate in meetings, attend mandated training and annual refreshers, and follow agency policies and practices. Part-time work is preferred, with the option to build a caseload up to full-time hours. Afternoon, evening, or weekend availability is preferred. Positions are available in Albany, Latham, Voorheesville, and Schenectady.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision in the community.
- Proficiency using technology, including laptops, tablets, cell phones, and electronic health record systems.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to use a personal vehicle to support individuals; mileage reimbursement is provided.
Nice To Haves
- Compassionate and kind-hearted approach.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
- Patience and adaptability to changing workdays.
- Reliability and attentiveness to detail.
- Eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
- Afternoon, evening, or weekend availability is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide supports specified in the individual’s Life Plan and Staff Action Plan.
- Support individuals in participating in community and social activities.
- Help individuals build relationships, increase independence, and make informed choices.
- Explore socialization, leisure, and self-improvement experiences with individuals.
- Ensure individuals’ health and safety, including assisting with transportation to medical appointments as needed.
- Act as a positive role model and treat individuals with dignity and respect.
- Complete appropriate documentation within established timeframes.
- Participate in required meetings, including meetings with the Assistant Director of Community Living, team meetings, and Life Plan meetings upon request.
- Attend mandated trainings and yearly refreshers with Community Living administrative staff.
- Adhere to agency Personal Policies and Practices.
Benefits
- Health insurance, with 100% of deductible costs covered by the employer.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Health Reimbursement Account.
- Payment in lieu of health insurance.
- Tuition assistance.
- Retirement programs.
- Professional growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
