Community Habilitation Worker - Ellenville

Job Description

We are currently seeking Community Habilitation Workers (CHW) for varied locations in Ellenville area. The CHW will provide skill building training and supports to Individuals with Developmental Disabilities. Supports take place in the community and or in the home depending on the need of the Individual.

• Provide mentoring / teaching services to individuals with developmental disabilities to help them achieve personal outcomes and growth.
• Teach daily living skills such as (money handling, socialization, cooking, job search, etc.).
• Perform lifting or assisting with hygiene functions for selected individuals.
• Work on the persons valued outcomes with the steps on how to achieve it based on caregivers / community supports and behaviors observed along with the individual’s strengths and needs.
• Meet with the assigned individual several times per week depending on coordinated hours.
• Travel to the location assigned.
• Attend trainings as required.
• Document each training session in the appropriate databases and report the progress and barriers with each client.
• Receive supervision from the Community Habilitation Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must meet electronic (computer) and real-time technological reporting requirements to be an eligible candidate.
• Prior experience with related populations, i.e. Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders.
• Strong interpersonal and engagement skills.
• Valid, Unrestricted Driver's License.
• Able to document services and understand regulations.
• Bilingual English and Spanish speaking a plus.

Benefits

All positions are subject to a criminal background, fingerprinting and motor vehicle report check.

EEO employer An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans.