Job Posting for Habilitation Specialist at Family Residences and Essential Enterprises
Overview
The primary role of the Habilitation Specialist (HS) is to work alongside the people we support in order to help them to achieve their Personal Outcomes. This includes working with them to develop daily living, professional and informed decision making skills while also supporting their health and safety. The HS is also responsible for providing supervision and support to the Day Services Direct Support Professionals.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.
Responsibilities
Work with the people we support to help them identify and realize their personal life goals
Advocate with the people we support in a variety of situations
Work with the people we support to teach them new life skills
Provide positive behavior support to the people we support as necessary
Supervise, evaluate and observe assigned Direct Support Professionals
Complete required Annual/Semi-Annual information for Individuals assigned
Attend and present at assigned individuals’ Annual/Semi-Annual meetings
Ensure required documentation is completed accurately and thoroughly by assigned Direct Support Professionals
Assist in training and orientation of new staff and/or floating staff
Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required
Minimum of one year experience in a related field
Valid New York Driver's License and meets the criteria to be an agency driver
Salary.com Estimation for Habilitation Specialist in Middle Island, NY
$82,811 to $114,791
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