Job Description
Level: Entry
Job Location: Corporate Headquarters - Kingston, NY 12401
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: High School
Salary Range: $17.48 - $19.23 Hourly
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesWhen you work for Gateway Hudson Valley, you make a difference in people’s lives.
Our Vision: To be a leader in supporting individuals as they strive to achieve a hopeful, satisfying, active, and contributing life.
Part-time position.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Day Habilitation Specialist provides direct community and site-based Day Habilitation services to individuals with developmental disabilities, supporting their personal goals and fostering independence through meaningful activities.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with team members to develop, plan, and implement daily activities that promote person-centered goals, community integration, and independent living skills through volunteerism, educational experiences, and other meaningful activities.
- Prepare and submit a weekly activity plan to the Manager of Waiver Services prior to the start of each service week and promptly communicate any changes to the Manager and team.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of each participant’s Habilitation Plan, goals, safeguards, and support needs. Structure daily activities to address skill acquisition and personal choice in alignment with their valued outcomes.
- Provide safe transportation of individuals to and from scheduled activities.
- Always provide supervision and monitoring of individuals while in the community. Model appropriate behaviors and use real-life situations to teach safety and social skills. Remain familiar with emergency procedures and policies.
- Represent Gateway Hudson Valley professionally when interacting with individuals, families, and community partners.
- Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner, including progress notes and activity records.
- Serve as a crisis intervener when necessary, following established protocols.
- Develop and implement engaging and educational craft projects, ensuring materials are prepared and ready by 9:00 a.m.
QualificationsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education/
Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED with two years of related experience accepted.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s degree in human services related field and 1 year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Licenses / Certifications (Gateway Hudson Valley provides trainings):
- CPR/First Aid
- Medication Administration (AMAP)
- SCIP/Promote
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Must be able to Sit or stand for 8 hours/day
- Must be able to bend down or kneel occasionally (1-2 times/week)
- Must be able to perform CPR in emergency situations and for regular recertification.
REGULATORY CLEARANCES REQUIRED:
- Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License.
- Background checks are required.
We are an EEO/AA employer.
