Community Habilitation Specialist (DSP 2) – Flexible Shifts

YAI; New City (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Tuition reimbursement

Medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

403(b) retirement with employer match

Life insurance and long-term disabled

Discounts on travel, entertainment, …

Job summary

YAI in New City, NY is seeking compassionate direct-support professionals to join Rockland Community Habilitation. The role offers full-time or part-time schedules, including mornings, afternoons, and evenings, in community and home settings.

You will provide one-to-one supports, follow policies, complete trainings, and document care to ensure quality, safety, and compliance while helping individuals achieve personal goals.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
• Willingness to use personal vehicle for work.
• Basic computer skills and written/verbal communication.
• Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Ability to travel in Rockland.
• Tuberculosis test required for most positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one supports in community and home settings.
• Adhere to policies, procedures and regulations.
• Communicate effectively and manage time.
• Complete mandatory trainings (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving).
• Meet OPWDD Core Competencies.
• Maintain health, safety and crisis management.
• Assist people with ADLs.
• Transport and escort to activities and appointments.
• Document to ensure compliance and billing.
• Use teaching skills (EMOE, task analysis, etc.).
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Basic computer knowledge

Basic written and verbal communication

Ability to support people with IDD

Willingness to use personal vehicle

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

YAI in New City, NY is seeking compassionate direct-support professionals to join Rockland Community Habilitation. The role offers full-time or part-time schedules, including mornings, afternoons, and evenings, in community and home settings.

You will provide one-to-one supports, follow policies, complete trainings, and document care to ensure quality, safety, and compliance while helping individuals achieve personal goals.