Community Habilitation Worker - Silver Lake, Staten Island, NY

About the role

Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. Located in Staten Island, NY (Silver Lake Area), you'll be part of a supportive and accountable culture focused on enhancing community integration and promoting independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to individuals in their homes and communities according to their Habilitation Plans and individual Safeguards.
• Document Habilitation services contemporaneously in accordance with Agency, OPWDD, Medicaid and other requirements.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Staff Action Plan based on the person's Life Plan as developed by each individual, family, advocate, and Care Coordinator.
• Maintain the safety and welfare of individuals served, taking corrective actions as necessary and reporting concerns to the supervisor.
• Supervise individuals according to the Staff Action Plan and individual Safeguards.
• Build positive relationships and encourage advocacy for individuals' needs and rights.
• Encourage good personal health care and report health care concerns to supervisors or administrators.
• Complete required paperwork and documentation on a daily basis, including checklists, progress notes, injury/fall reports, seizure reports, attendance records, etc.
• Complete Monthly Summary Notes on time as required.
• Encourage community integration with an emphasis on inclusion, access, and safety.
• Travel in agency vehicles and follow transportation protocols, ensuring attendance checks are done each time individuals board and vacate the vehicle.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in supervision for professional growth and development.
• Complete all required initial and annual training as well as ongoing training to increase knowledge.
• Conduct fire drills, document results according to supervisor's instructions, and report incidents.
• Work overtime as needed to ensure proper staffing ratios.
• Adhere to and implement the NADSP Code of Ethics, Justice Center Code of Conduct, and NYS DSP Core Competencies.
• Follow Agency and Program Policies and Procedures, including HIPAA, Confidentiality, and the Corporate Compliance Plan.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to instruct others on vocational or daily living skills.
• Active listening and communication skills.
• Interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Analytical ability with problem-solving and follow-up.
• Independence and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in using a computer and appropriate software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate an agency vehicle if needed.
• Ability to speak English and, optionally, Bengali.