Habilitation Specialist 1

New York, State of • Port Jervis, NY

263d • $55,764 - $70,630

About The Position

The Habilitation Specialist 1 position involves instructing and supporting individuals in developing and enhancing life skills necessary for independent living in home and community settings. The role includes developing, implementing, and modifying habilitation plans to help individuals achieve their valued outcomes. The specialist collaborates with individuals, family members, advocates, care managers, and service providers to determine strategies for service delivery, assesses individuals' skill levels, communicates with treatment team members, implements safeguards, monitors progress, and assists individuals in participating in community activities.

Requirements

• A bachelor's or higher-level degree in a human services field.
• Eligibility for 70.1 transfer by way of current permanent status in a title deemed comparable to Habilitation Specialist 1.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in human services or related fields.
• Knowledge of community resources and services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with individuals, family members, advocates, care managers, and service providers to determine strategies for service delivery.
• Attends Life Plan meetings to assess the effectiveness of habilitation plans and services and establish objectives.
• Assesses individuals' skill levels in relation to their valued outcomes.
• Identifies appropriate methods to teach and assist individuals in acquiring, improving, and maintaining life skills.
• Communicates with treatment team members and gathers information to plan and/or modify services.
• Implements appropriate safeguards and protective oversight measures to ensure the health and welfare of individuals.
• Monitors, records, and measures individuals' progress in reaching their goals.
• Modifies habilitation plans to ensure continual progress and meet individuals' needs.
• Schedules, transports, and assists individuals in participating in community activities.

Benefits

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially.
• Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year.
• Up to three (3) days professional leave each year for professional development.
• Affordable health insurance programs for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.
• Paid Parental Leave of up to 12 weeks at full pay for qualifying events.
• Participation in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS).
• Training programs and tuition assistance for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree