Habilitation Services Assistant Helen Kaplan (Day Hab)

AHRC Nassau•Plainview, NY

11d•$18 - $20

About The Position

Responsible for implementing daily activities for individuals in their charge, both on and off the Day Habilitation site. The role supports participants’ skill development, independence, safety, community participation, and personal care, while documenting activities and reporting relevant changes in participants’ physical condition. The assistant also helps maintain an orderly and safe work environment and may advocate for participants’ rights.

Requirements

Valid and qualified New York State driver’s license.
Good oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience working with the developmentally disabled population.
CPR/First Aid training.
Defensive driving training.

Responsibilities

Implement participants’ habilitation plans by reviewing records, observing participants, and providing feedback to improve their skills.
Document site-based and community-based activities.
Assist and support participants in developing and maintaining independent functioning, including personal hygiene, dressing, and eating.
Use information in Protective Oversights to provide participants with needed support.
Implement appropriate community-based activities for participants.
Train and support participants as they perform volunteer activities in the community, ensuring activities meet the satisfaction of staff at the community site.
Ensure participants’ protection during community volunteer activities.
Oversee participants’ safe arrival at and departure from the Day Habilitation site.
Help maintain an orderly work environment and keep equipment and supplies in good condition.
May advocate on behalf of participants to address concerns regarding their rights.
Transport participants to and from community outings and ensure their safety during community activities.
Report changes in participants’ physical condition to Day Habilitation nurses and the supervisor so medical needs can be addressed promptly.
Perform additional duties as requested by the supervisor.
Ensure work-related safety procedures are in place and followed by staff.
Immediately report observed unsafe acts or potentially hazardous work environments to the supervisor and/or safety committee.