Habilitation Specialist 1

Duties Description Will function as the HS1 supervisor at the site. Will provide supervision and monitoring of direct care staff assigned to the site.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary duties for this position include, but are not limited to the following:


The Habilitation Specialist 1 (HS1) supervisor will assist the Habilitation Specialist 2 (HS2) with tasks assigned on a daily/ongoing basis, including but not limited to Day Habilitation documentation and delivery. Supervision and knowledge of scheduling is an integral part of this position. This includes supervision of staff assigned to the site, ensuring ongoing evaluation of staff performance, and training of staff.


The HS1 will be responsible to work with the HS2 in monitoring compliance with all applicable regulations and Medicaid billing requirements. Ensuring the delivery of program services, supervision and support of individuals in day habilitation.


The HS1 supervisory position requires computer skills to complete job assignments which include, but is not limited to, accessing and using EHR, TIMES, SLMS and SFS computer programs.


Completion of other assigned tasks based on the operational needs of the site location.


Consideration will be given to the candidate who demonstrated skills in curriculum development and implementation, experience/success in establishing linkages with the community to promote individuals' inclusion and expertise relevant to the population to be served.


Day Habilitation programs offer the most integrated programs and plans in the community setting. Therefore, the majority of the day habilitation will be expected to not occur 'within the walls' of the program building. All programs are based on individual's needs and Person-Centered Planning. Person identified will be expected to have knowledge of community available opportunities for participation. Person identified should have knowledge of Person-Centered Planning and how we will work towards enhancing community integration in Day Habs.

Additional duties include but not limited to:
• Develop and update Individuals Safeguard Summary Plans (SSP).
• Develops and updates residential Staff Action Plans (SAP) with the individual, family/advocate, Program Planning Team, Care Coordinator and service providers.
• Provide weekly/monthly review of service notes documentation for Medicaid Compliance Billing
• Participate in the development and review of Support and Risk Accountability Plans (SRA). Present at SRA meetings.
• Train residential staff on the implementation of Staff Action Plan outcomes and documentation of individual's response to services.
• Monitor the implementation of Safeguard Summary Plan (SSP), Staff Action Plan (SAP) and Support and Risk Accountability Plan (SRA).
• Review all documentation, assess status and progress of the Staff Action Plan (SAP), Support and Risk Accountability Plan (SRA) and Safeguard Summary Plan (SSP). Revise as needed to assure that plans continue to reflect the individual's abilities and need for protective oversight and supports. Review billing documentation monthly.
• Submit and Present information for the Behavioral Intervention Rights Committee (BIRC).
• Submit Clinic Referrals; Disseminate copies of completed clinic reports.
• Participate in the Life Plan review meetings, House and Team Meetings, Special Meetings and take minutes.
• Participate in Programmatic Self-Assessment and Regulatory Plans of Corrective Action (POCA) development, implementation and monitoring as relevant to the QIDP role.
• Participate with other team members in a variety of individual, team and continuous improvement meetings and forums as scheduled to promote comprehensive and individualized services.
• Must have the ability to adjust work hours to meet operational/supervisory needs including but not limited to Life Plan Meetings, trainings, and off shift visits to the houses on the team.
• Complete additional tasks, as assigned by the TTL

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Minimum Qualifications Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
Must be on the Civil Service eligible list for this location.


Transfer Qualifications:
Must be in title or eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 in a designated title determined by the New York State Department of Civil Service.
For eligible 70.1 information, visit the Career Mobility Office at:


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Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor's or higher-level degree in a human services field*


*For the purpose of these qualifications, a degree in a human service field includes the professional disciplines of audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology and therapeutic recreation (including concentrations in art, creative art, dance, drama, music, or physical education.) Also included are related academic disciplines associated with the study of human behavior (e.g., gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication); or human skills development (e.g., counseling/guidance, education, human development.) Examples of non-qualifying degrees include but are not limited to: criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business.

Additional Comments PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) Status.
Preferred qualifications are at least one year's experience providing services to persons with developmental disabilities AND either; a master's degree in a field of psychology, a bachelor's degree in a human services discipline, a psychology license currently registered with the NYS Education Department, a nursing (or licensed practical nursing) license currently registered with the NYS Education Department, or a master's degree in social work with current certification and registration with the NYS Education Department as a social worker. Bring your credentials to the interview.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit cover letter, résumé and transcripts by September 03, 2026 to:


Human Resources Management Office
1200 East and West Road
Building 1, West Seneca Campus
West Seneca, NY 14224
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This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment. This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status.

• If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee.

• The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies.

• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume.

• All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.

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• Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.

• Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.

• Life insurance and Disability insurance.

• The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis.

• Paid Holidays and Leave:
° Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.
° Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially.
° Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.
° Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year.
° Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.

• Health Care Coverage:
Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.

• Paid Parental Leave:
Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. A qualifying event is defined as the birth of a child or placement of a child for adoption or foster care.

• Retirement Program:
Participate in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation.

• Professional Development and Education and Training:
NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit

• Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit

OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

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Name OPWDD Region 1 Western Office


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Address

Street 1200 East and West Rd.


EOA #26-510bjd


City West Seneca


State NY


Zip Code 14224


Notes on Applying APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit cover letter, résumé and transcripts by September 03, 2026 to:


Human Resources Management Office
1200 East and West Road
Building 1, West Seneca Campus
West Seneca, NY 14224
E-Mail: View email address on click.appcast.io
Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io

Please reference EOA #26-510bjd in all correspondence.
If you are responding to this posting, please do not refer to the Vacancy ID.
When submitting electronic documents, it is preferred if they are in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.