Residential Habilitation Specialist - 100H2 - Mon, Wed, Fri 3PM-7PM

WellLife Network•Elmont, NY

10d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Habilitation Specialist implements in-home training programs for developmentally disabled persons who reside in their own home, or in other individual service environments. The Residential Habilitation Specialist may be called upon to perform activities of daily living for individuals who require total support.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Some experience in working with developmentally disabled persons preferred.
Must be able to physically interact with the program individuals, negotiate the environment independently including assisting in all SCIP interventions, emergency CPR and or first aid techniques and fire drills.

Responsibilities

Assist in the planning and developing of goals and service plans.
Implementation of teaching strategies designed to maximize each individual’s level of independence.
Monitor individuals’ progress by documenting performance in progress notes.
Provide behavioral interventions when necessary following OMRDD approved techniques.
Participate in and attend staff meetings and in-service training at various sites.
Communicate information verbally and in writing to the individuals’ service coordinator, supervisor and to other staff as necessary.
Caseloads and work schedules are subject to change, based on consumer need/choice.
Always maintain confidentially.
Other duties as requested.