Community Habilitation/Integration Specialist

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services is seeking a Community Habilitation/Integration Specialist in Katonah. You will teach daily living skills, accompany clients on community outings, and provide a supportive presence to help individuals with IDD reach their goals.

The role emphasizes building confidence, participating in activities, and serving as a positive role model for residents and teammates while ensuring safe, respectful care and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; college coursework or DSP certification is a bonus.
• Positive attitude, compassion, and willingness to help.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid NYS driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Comfort with basic tech tools for documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs to support mobility and care.
• Willingness to participate in moderate physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals build confidence and independence through daily routines.
• Encourage community participation through outings and skill-building activities.
• Be a role model and mentor to residents and teammates.
• Assist with appointments, recreation, and personal care when needed.
• Maintain timely documentation.
• Create a safe, respectful, and uplifting environment every day.
• Drive individuals to activities in agency vehicles.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Documentation tools

Job description

Community Habilitation/Integration Specialist Salary: $19.25 -$19.75 Hourly Locations: Katonah

Responsibilities

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.