Community Habilitation Specialist - DSP 2

Job Title

Westchester Community Habilitation

Location

Tarrytown - 677 White Plains Road

Schedule

Full time, part time, weekday and/or weekend positions available - including morning, afternoon, and evening schedules.

Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Adhering to policies, procedures and regulations.

Using effective communication skills & time management skills.

Providing one-to-one supports in community and home settings.

Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills.

Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies.

Ensuring health, wellness and safety by managing crisis situations and providing appropriate supervision of the people we support.

Demonstrating a willingness to assist people with ADLs.

Transporting and escorting people we support on recreational activities, medical appointment, home visits, etc.

Building positive relationships.

Maintaining a therapeutic environment through a variety of methods: Personal Outcome Measures, Person Centered Thinking, Informed Decision Making.

Ensuring person centered plans are implemented.

Completing documentation to ensure compliance and billing.

Using foundational Teaching skills (EMOE, Task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.)

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Valid Driver's License.

Personal vehicle, car insurance.

Willingness to use personal vehicle for work.

Basic computer knowledge.

Basic written and verbal communication.

Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Ability to travel in Westchester.

Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions.

Preferred Qualification Requirements

High School diploma or its educational equivalent preferred.

Work or life experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus.

Benefits for Eligible Employees:

DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!

Tuition reimbursement

Medical and dental insurance (with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision)

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

403(b) retirement with employer match

Life insurance and long-term disability

Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more!

Compensation

$19.05/hour - $19.05/hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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