Community Habilitation/Integration Spec.

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services; City of Mount Vernon (NY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services is seeking a Community Habilitation Specialist/Integration Specialist in New York. You will teach daily living skills, accompany individuals on community outings, and provide supportive presence to help achieve personal goals.

Responsibilities include coaching independence, facilitating activities, and documenting progress. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid NYS driver’s license, and a compassionate, team‑oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; DSP certs are a bonus.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Valid NYS driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to operate basic tech tools for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals build confidence and independence through daily routines and personal goals.
• Encourage community participation from outings to skill-building activities.
• Be a role model and mentor to residents and teammates.
• Assist with appointments, recreation, and personal care when needed.
• Maintain organized documentation and records.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Willingness to help

Education

High school diploma or GED

DSP certifications (bonus)

Tools

Documentation tools

Job description

Community Habilitation Specialist/Integration Specialist.

As a Community Habilitation Specialist/Integration Specialist, you'll be changing lives, building relationships, and helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities reach their goals. In this role, you will be teaching daily living skills, going on community outings, or simply being a supportive presence.

Responsibilities

• Helping individuals build confidence and independence through daily routines and personal goals.
• Encouraging community participation - from fun outings to skill-building activities.
• Being a role model and mentor to both residents and teammates.
• Assisting with appointments, recreation, and personal care when needed.
• Keeping things organized with timely documentation.
• Creating a safe, respectful, and uplifting environment every day.
• Driving individuals to activities in agency vehicles.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (college coursework or DSP certifications are a bonus!)
• A positive attitude, compassion, and a willingness to jump in and help.
• Great communication skills and a team-player mindset.
• Valid NYS driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Comfort with basic tech tools for documentation.
• Ability to maintain certifications like AMAP, CPR, First Aid, and PROMOTE.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to safely lift and assist up to 70 lbs. to support individuals' mobility, personal care, transfers, and emergency needs with care and dignity.
• Join in on moderate physical activities.
• Location: North Salem & Mt. Vernon
• Salary: $ 19.25- $ 19.75
• Part-time Benefits Eligible