What are the responsibilities and job description for the In Home Community Habilitation Specialist position at Ability Beyond?
At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful!
Location(s): Various locations throughout Westchester County
Hours: Flexible, but afternoon/evenings/weekend preferred
Pay Rate: $17/hr
Responsibilities:
- Working with people with developmental/intellectual and sometimes physical disabilities
- Working with people with medical, behavioral, or independent living needs in individual apartments
- Helping people with disabilities with daily living such as cooking, cleaning, and hands-on care
- Assisting with transportation needs for people to and from appointments or on outings
- Immersing people with disabilities into the community to participate in work and volunteer activities such as attending sporting events or participating in recreational activities
- Assisting with positive behavior reinforcement, goal planning, and socialization skills
- Ensure proper electronic and physical documentation of daily individualized case notes
- Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team that includes nurses, behaviorists, & nutritionists
Benefits:
- Extensive paid training and certification program
- Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
- Paid time off (increases over years of service)
- Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
- PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
- NYS Healthcare Worker Bonus eligibility
- Flexible work schedules and overtime available that allow for work life balance
- Access to an Employee Assistant Program including mental health resources
- Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives
- Accredited certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other specialties
- Employee mentorship program
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Valid Driver’s License is required
- Willingness to learn, no experience needed
To see a day in the life our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro
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