Com Hab Full and Part Time - Staten Island, United States - The GRACE Foundation

Description

Assist with providing support and guidance to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by facilitating the development and implementation of day hab plans.

• Assist in engaging participants in daily activities both on and off site.
• Complete detailed and accurate daily data collection and log into books and Evero. Complete monthly summaries in Evero by 7th of each month.
• Complete and ensure all occurrences (injuries) and reportable incidents are accurate and completed in a timely manner and communicated to the Director of Day Habilitation Services.
• Help to develop daily options for participants to participate in various activities.
• Attends/participates in meetings, conferences and training sessions as needed or assigned.
• Serves as positive role model.
• Other duties as deemed necessary for program as assigned by Executive Director or Director of Day Habilitation Services.
• Assist with transportation needs and driving van as requested.
• All van runs must be fully completed with the understanding that, at times, the van run might last longer due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. traffic/weather).
• CPR, First Aid Certified and SCIP certified.
• Responsible for providing travel training to participants to enable them to use public transportation systems safely.
• Perform various administrative duties as requested by Day Hab Director.

• Experience dealing with the developmentally disabled population.

• College a plus.
• Strong written communication skills in order to effectively communicate weekly notes, monthly summaries and communicate to familites
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Professional image especially when working in the community and representing the Agency.
• Driver's license with good driving history.
• Ability to use sound judgment in all circumstances, especially when dealing with the parents, community, and participants.
• Ability to react well under pressure situations.
• Attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and tolerance to stress.
• Ability to communicate effectively with groups of individuals, their family members and other service providers or employees of the Agency.
• Ability to be flexible with schedule requirements.
• Requires physical activities including but not limited to: walking, lifting, bending, etc.

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

• High school or equivalent (preferred)

• Driver's License (required)
• CPR Certification (preferred)