Habilitation Specialist 1

Job Title Habilitation Specialist 1 Job Details Agency: People With Developmental Disabilities, Office for Occupational Category: Health Care, Human/Social Services Salary Grade: 14 Salary Range: $53,764 - $68,630 annually Employment Type: Full-Time Appointment Type: Permanent Jurisdictional Class: Competitive Class Travel Percentage: 0% Location: Onondaga County, Syracuse, NY 13210 Schedule Workweek: Mon-Fri Hours Per Week: 40 Workday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Flextime: No Mandatory overtime: No Compressed workweek: No Telecommuting: No Responsibilities Ensures individuals reach their optimal level of functioning by developing individual day habilitation plans, setting goals, and monitoring an individual's progress in reaching those goals. Instructs and supports individuals in developing and/or enhancing life skills necessary to live more independently in home and community settings; and develops, implements, and modifies habilitation plans to help individuals achieve their valued outcomes. Collaborates with individuals, family members, advocates, care managers, and service providers to determine strategies for service delivery (e.g., skill acquisition/retention, staff supports, and/or exploration of new experiences); and 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 and 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 to meet individuals’ needs. Implements appropriate safeguards and protective oversight measures to ensure the health and welfare of individuals while participating in programs and services. Monitors, records, and measures individuals’ progress in reaching their goals, including accomplishments and challenges; and modifies habilitation plans to ensure continual progress, prevent regression, and meet individuals’ needs. Schedules, transports, and assists individuals in participating in community. Qualifications Competitive: Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the current Civil Service Eligible List for this title. Open Competitive Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or higher-level degree in a human services field. Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades. To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Benefits Health care coverage: Employees and eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Family dental and vision plans at no extra cost. Paid holidays and leave: 13 paid holidays each year, 13 days of paid vacation initially, 5 days paid personal leave each year, 13 days paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), and up to 3 days professional leave each year for professional development. Life insurance and disability insurance. New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. Health Care Spending Account and Dependent Care Advantage Account. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Paid parental leave: up to 12 weeks at full pay for pregnancy, adoption, or foster placement. Retirement: NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS). Professional development and tuition assistance. Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP). Savings programs: U.S. Savings Bond and College Savings Plan. Voluntary pre‑tax savings programs. Equal Opportunity Statement OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds and encourage people with disabilities to apply. Additional Information Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. At a future date within one year of permanent appointment, employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to convert to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status. Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. Employees must maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Employees on long term leave must be able to report within fourteen days and perform essential functions with or without accommodations. Reasonable accommodations available: Contact Reasonable Accommodation Unit at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Byrne Dairy