Direct Support Professional [Community Habilitation]

Job Details: Job Location: Business Office - Utica - Utica, NY, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00Hourly, **This is a part-time position. Evenings may be required**

Position Overview: Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Community Habilitation Specialist provides support in a home or community setting that promotes success at the highest level of independence possible. In addition to program-specific functions, this will include but not be limited to: teaching and reinforcing a wide range of daily living skills, promoting independence, prevent and respond to crisis situations appropriately, encouraging self-advocacy and facilitating the development of natural supports. All services will be provided in collaboration with program participants and their service plan, utilizing a person-centered approach.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

Establish respect and develop relationships with individuals using a person-centered approach. The Community Habilitation Specialist will become familiar with an individual by getting to know them through assessment, observation and discovery.
Provide evaluation of the person’s skills and capacity for skill development in their home and in their community.
Provide teaching and assistance as needed to complete a daily living task or skill such as; cleaning, laundry, cooking, personal care, banking, etc.
Promote advocacy with the individual by seeking out services, promote choice, and assist in their understanding of rights and responsibilities.
Assist the individual with communication with their support team including their families, natural supports and community resources.
Respond to crisis situations by using good judgment through prevention, intervention, resolution, and reporting to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the individual.
Maintain necessary records and documentation for each consumer served.
Submit monthly notes each month to be reviewed by the Director of Programs.
Meet at least once bi-weekly with your direct supervisor to provide updates on each consumer and discuss progress and concerns.
Report all incidents to Director of Programs and follow incident reporting procedures as outlined in CNY Quest Policies.
Maintain confidentiality of all work related information.
Act in a manner consistent with Central New York Quest’s Mission.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Programs.

: Requirements:

Valid Driver's License & willing to transport clients in own vehicle
2 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred)
High School Diploma

This position is a part time position <25 hrs per week with the possibility to become a full-time position (35 hrs) after 90 days if hours are available.