Habilitation Aide
About The Position
The Habilitation Aide is responsible for the implementation of each individual’s Individualized Program Plan as determined by the individual and his/her Service Planning Team. This includes, but is not limited to: assisting with personal hygiene, dining, ambulating, transportation, behavioral support, and overall health and well being of the individual. The Habilitation Aide meets regularly with their supervisor and confers with other members of the individual’s Service Planning Team to ensure services are appropriate and meet with expressed (or implied) needs, likes, and choices of the individual.
Requirements
- Verbal and written communication skills are necessary in order to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets Pathways insurability guidelines to operate agency-owned vehicles.
- Must meet the requirements related to Criminal History Record checks that became effective April 1, 2005, which requires prospective employees to be fingerprinted if they have regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with people receiving services in our programs regulated by OPWDD.
Nice To Haves
- High School diploma or GED is preferred.
- One year of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with personal hygiene, dining, ambulating, and transportation.
- Provide behavioral support.
- Ensure the overall health and well-being of the individual.
- Meet regularly with supervisor and confer with other members of the individual’s Service Planning Team to ensure services are appropriate and meet with expressed (or implied) needs, likes, and choices of the individual.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
