Community-Based Day Habilitation Coach

The New York Foundling; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Foundling is seeking a Day Habilitation Specialist to support adults with developmental disabilities in daily living, community inclusion, socialization, and personal growth. You will deliver direct services in center-based and community settings, promoting independence, dignity, and meaningful participation in daily life.

The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, maintaining safety, and fostering person-centered goals aligned with OPWDD standards.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma required.
• Valid NY/NJ/CT/PA Driver’s License with 6 months of experience and 6 or less points.
• CPR & SCIP certification required.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; ability to motivate, inspire, and empower individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve their goals.
• Commitment to providing compassionate care and advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Ability to develop innovative programming, adapt activities to meet diverse needs, and respond effectively to challenges and changing situations.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, engage stakeholders, and build positive relationships with community partners.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor program implementation, adherence to policies, and participant outcomes; conduct regular assessments and adjustments to ensure high standards of service delivery.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous documentation of daily services, incidents, and progress using agency systems to uphold information integrity in the electronic health systems and meet OPWDD reporting standards.
• Implement individualized life plans and staff action plans, that align with OPWDD regulations and person-centered goals, promoting independence; enhancement of social, vocational and life skills; community inclusion and personal growth tailored to the unique needs and goals of each person.
• Communicate regularly with Day Habilitation Manager, interdisciplinary teams, the person, families, and community partners to ensure consistent supports and collaborative goal tracking.
• Manage the usage of petty cash, activity budgets, and material resources responsibly to support program needs while ensuring compliance with agency financial procedures.
• Provide safe transportation to each participant throughout the day by adhering to the agency and OPWDD policies and procedures.
• Ensure the health, safety, and dignity of people supported by ensuring their Rights and Responsibilities are at the forefront of each day.
• Assisting with the development and facilitating of daily community based activities, recreational activities and volunteer opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Motivation & empowerment

Safety commitment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The New York Foundling is seeking a Day Habilitation Specialist to support adults with developmental disabilities in daily living, community inclusion, socialization, and personal growth. You will deliver direct services in center-based and community settings, promoting independence, dignity, and meaningful participation in daily life.

The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, maintaining safety, and fostering person-centered goals aligned with OPWDD standards.