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Halo Network Inc Community Habilitation Services in Amityville, New York
COMMUNITY HABILITATION SERVICES
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist persons with developmental disabilities in developing skills necessary to become an involved, contributing member of the community and live successful live in the community.
DETAILED RESPONSIBILITES:
Provide door to door transportation to scheduled activities
Promote self-advocacy and choices
Assist Individual in making informed choices
Assist Individual in achieving his or her habilitation goals
Promote self-determination and community inclusion
Keep Individual's aspirations the focal point of their actions
Take all reasonable steps to ensure the health and safety of the individual
Participate in the Life Plan meeting at least every six months
Participate in and provide updates to COS and Life Plan team meetings
As outlined in the Staff Action Plan, assist individuals in acquiring, retaining, and improving self-help skills socialization, and adaptive skills necessary in the home and community-based settings
Maintain ongoing comprehensive progress notes following ADM# 2006-01
Work in conjunction with case managers in the timely reporting of mal-adaptive behaviors and reportable incidents
Assist individuals with all documentation related to supports and services
QUALIFICATIONS:
Computer knowledge, including but not limited to Windows, Microsoft Office
Cultural sensitivity and the ability to relate/work with diverse groups, community agencies, schools, and the general public
Ability to follow directions and strong communication skills (oral and written)
A valid NYS driver's license and own transportation
Ability to pass the NYS Justice Center fingerprinting requirements and background check
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent (min. requirement) OR Associates degree in human services field
One-year experience working with people with developmental disabilities
CATEGORY: NON-EXEMPT