- Adhering to policies, procedures and regulations
- Using effective communication skills & time management skills
- Being a member of a highly effective team (Teamwork within the circle of support)
- 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 appointments, 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.
- A High School Diploma or GED is required; some college is a plus
- Work or life experience within the intellectual/developmental disabilities field is a plus
- Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
- Basic written and verbal communication
- Basic computer knowledge
- Valid Driver's License and use of personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed)
- Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions
- Interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Willing to take initiative
- 100% employer-paid premium for employee Medical/Dental Coverage for full-time positions
- Retirement Plan with matching contributions
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discounts on wireless service, gym membership, & more
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Description
If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.As a Community Habilitation staff member, you will provide one-on-one support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You play an integral role in teaching various life skills while providing recreational opportunities to promote community integration. The goal of this program is to empower the people we support to obtain greater independence.
Location:
Nassau County and Suffolk County
Schedule:
Full-Time or Part-Time. Schedule falls within Monday - Saturday 11:00am - 7:00pm
hrs per week)
Key Responsibilities
$18.00/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.
