Job Description

Do Work That Matters. In a Culture That Means It.

Be part of a team that values connection, accountability, and real impact.

Why Access?

Because how we work matters just as much as what we do. At Access, our Culture Playbook isn’t a poster on the wall – it’s how we show up for each other and for the people we support.

You’ll be part of a team that is:

• Clear about expectations
• Supportive and accountable
• Focused on outcomes that matter to people.

And committed to helping people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible – while making sure out staff can do the same.

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY (Alia Ct.)

Pay Rate: $19.50 per hour

Hours: Flexible, Full Time or Part Time Hours.

OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:

We are currently seeking Community Habilitation Workers Enhanced 2 for varied locations in the Hudson Valley area. The CHWE-2 will provide skill building training and supports to Individuals with Developmental Disabilities with high level of needs. Supports can take place in the community and or in a certified setting.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• The Community Habilitation Worker will provide mentoring / teaching services to individuals with developmental disabilities to help them achieve personal outcomes and growth.
• The Community Habilitation Worker will teach daily living skills such as (money handling, socialization, cooking, job search, etc.). As well as any other skills as identified in the person’s individual plan.
• The Community Habilitation Worker will possibly have to 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 the 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 and approved hours.
• Community Habilitation Worker will travel to the location assigned.
• Must Attend and remain up to date on all required trainings (2 Day- SCIP Training is mandatory for specific sites).
• It is essential that Community Habilitation Worker know and protect individual’s rights.
• Document each training session in the appropriate databases and report the progress and barriers with each client.
• The Community Habilitation Worker will receive supervision from the Community Habilitation Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Prior experience with related populations, i.e. Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Strong interpersonal and engagement skills
• Ability to document services and understand regulations
• Bilingual English and Spanish speaking a plus

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each case.

• Must be capable to sit or stand in front of a computer for long-periods of time
• Able to work in open space floor plan
• Must be capable to move throughout work day and follow people served throughout community
• Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet
• Must be able to move in tight spaces
• Occasional lifting of > _25+ pounds

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans