Community Habilitation Specialist: Empower Independence

SCO Family of Services; Dix Hills (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

SCO Family of Services seeks a Community Habilitation Specialist to assess, train, and assist developmentally disabled individuals enrolled in HCBS Waiver programs. You will work in the consumer’s home or community, following the Community Habilitation Plan and ISP-driven hours.

The role emphasizes promoting independence, personal growth, productivity, and community inclusion while maintaining regular communication with supervisors and families. A valid NYS driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (minimum) and proof of Valid NYS driver’s license REQUIRED.
• Experience communicating with individuals and families in a caregiving or supportive capacity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, training and assistance to developmentally disabled individuals enrolled in the HCBS Waiver program.
• Support consumers in their homes or community based on the Community Habilitation Plan outcomes.
• Coordinate with Supervisor(s) about consumer needs, time off, and performance; maintain monthly driver authorization and related issues.
• Communicate changes in schedules, lateness, absences and other issues that affect service delivery.
• Ensure ongoing focus on independence, individualization, productivity, and community inclusion.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

NYS Driver's License

Job description

SCO Family of Services seeks a Community Habilitation Specialist to assess, train, and assist developmentally disabled individuals enrolled in HCBS Waiver programs. You will work in the consumer’s home or community, following the Community Habilitation Plan and ISP-driven hours.

The role emphasizes promoting independence, personal growth, productivity, and community inclusion while maintaining regular communication with supervisors and families. A valid NYS driver’s license is required.