Developmental Disablities Specialist, ICF

Opengate, Inc.•Somers, NY

3d•$20 - $23

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Developmental Disabilities Specialist to join our team. This position is responsible for the training and development of life skills for each individual residing at Opengate. You will be responsible for creating personalized plans, implementing training programs, and providing consistent support to help the people we serve achieve greater independence, social integration, and overall well-being.

Requirements

Education: HS Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in human services field from a recognized college, preferred.
One year experience working with developmentally disabled adults in a day program setting or a high school graduate and two years' experience working with developmentally disabled adults in a day program setting required.
Must have a valid New York State driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in human services field from a recognized college, preferred.

Responsibilities

Present curriculum content to the people Opengate supports, based on established skill components.
Implement program design as assigned by each person's IDT, including data collection and oversight
Demonstrate understanding of active treatment and skill development needs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Prepare and submit, on a timely basis, semi -annual and annual reports for assigned case load.
Attend IDT meetings and provide feedback to the team.
Attend other meetings assigned by the supervisor.
Organize assigned classroom space to ensure quality, active, ongoing and enrichment programs creating an environment conducive to learning.
Observe program participants to ensure good hygiene and grooming are maintained.
Participate in scheduled training sessions and seek additional training pertaining to the developmentally disabled.
Provide hands-on support to facilitate activities of daily living for participants, including, but not limited to: feeding, toileting, etc.
Provide guidance, training, mentoring and modeling to Direct Support staff
Maintain AMAP certification
Follow federal, state and local governmental regulatory guidelines pertaining to a safe, healthy, and clean work environment, reporting health and safety concerns to the supervisor.