Community Habilitation Mentor

Community Habilitation Mentor

Position Type: Part-time, Non-exempt

Reports to: Community Habilitation Coordinator

Base Location: Middletown

Schedule: Varies based on the needs of the program

Pay Rate: $18.47/hr or $21.08/hr

The Community Habilitation Mentor works closely with participants, families, and interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized service plans while ensuring a safe, respectful, and empowering environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide safe transportation for participants, including those who use wheelchairs or other mobility devices
• Implement each participant's Staff Action Plan in collaboration with the individual, their family, and service team
• Support participants in achieving valued outcomes (goals) through structured and community-based activities
• Encourage active participation by adapting activities to meet individual needs and abilities
• Assist participants in building life skills and increasing independence in community settings
• Mediate and resolve issues that arise during daily activities in a professional and diplomatic manner
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of participants and their families, responding appropriately
• Document services by entering progress notes in the AWARDS database in a timely and accurate manner
• Complete all required daily and monthly documentation in compliance with program regulations (OPWDD and HVDDSO)
• Participate in required trainings, including OPWDD and agency-specific training and annual refreshers
• Collaborate with the Community Habilitation Coordinator and team members to ensure services align with participant preferences and goals
• Provide input into the development and modification of participant goals and action plans

Requirements

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (strongly preferred)
• Valid New York State driver's license with a clean driving record and proof of auto insurance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of community resources
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Dependability, flexibility, and a positive, person-centered approach

It Would Be a Plus If You Also Have

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) skills
• Experience with electronic documentation systems (e.g., AWARDS/Foothold)
• Familiarity with OPWDD services and regulations

Success in This Role Will Be Demonstrated Through

• Consistent progress made by participants toward their individualized goals
• Accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of services
• Positive feedback from participants, families, and team members
• Effective adaptation of activities to meet participant needs and preferences
• Strong collaboration with team members and supervisors
• Reliable and safe transportation and support during community activities
• Demonstrated ability to foster independence and skill development in participants

Benefits available to you include

• New York State Paid Sick Leave

We actively support an inclusive hiring process and encourage people with disabilities, visible and non-visible, to apply. If you require reasonable accommodation to support the application or onboarding process, please contact Latoya Merricks at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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