COMMUNITY HABILITATION SPECIALIST

Community Mainstreaming Associates•Westbury, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
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.
Smartphone required.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

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.

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: Employer sponsored
Tuition Assistance
Section 125 Flexible Spending Program
Additional Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
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 40 hours of personal time per calendar year.
10 paid holidays.
Opportunity to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Part-time employees are also eligible for the 403(B) retirement plan and New York State Sick Leave.