DHWW Instructor - Queens

AABR INC • New York, NY

4d • $21 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Day Habilitation without Walls (DHWW) Instructor provides the opportunity for people with Developmental Disabilities to learn new skills, build relationships, and develop self-esteem through volunteerism outside the traditional setting. All-day habilitation services are person-centered to support each individual in discovering their interests while improving their communication and socialization skills. The services are designed to include a particular focus on opportunities for building successful and meaningful interactions with other members of the community.

Requirements

• Valid NYS Driver’s License is Required
• Driver’s License is to remain in good standing.
• Good oral and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Able to exchange information with others concisely and accurately.
• Sit and stand for extended periods.
• May include, but not limited to, lifting and transferring of an adult.
• Speak so that others may understand at normal levels and on the telephone.
• Walk, bend over, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull, and move.
• Lift and move items, equipment, or otherwise weighing 30 lbs or more.
• Work in direct contact with other employees, individuals, and the public.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience supporting people with autism and other developmental disabilities, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport Individuals to and from community sites, as well as, to volunteer job opportunity locations.
• Assist Individuals in achieving success and satisfaction in personal growth and community-based endeavors.
• Ensure the safety of program volunteers while at the program site, agency locations, community volunteer jobs and other hub sites.
• Schedule activities in the community that are in conjunction with the life plan and are person-centered in the community.
• Communication with the residential sites where the Individuals live and with their families.
• Provide written schedules for planning one month at a time.
• Demonstrate respect for all people.
• Participate in training, seminars, and conferences as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED