Community Habilitation Support Specialist - Flexible Shifts

AccessCNY, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

AccessCNY, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional for community habilitation in Onondaga County. The role involves assisting participants with daily living activities, promoting independence, and engaging in community activities such as YMCA visits, parks, and libraries.

Flexible part-time schedules allow evenings and weekends to fit participant needs. Responsibilities include implementing behavior guidelines, monitoring safety, and helping participants build social and practical skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
• Basic word processing and email skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting participants with activities of daily living (ADL).
• Implementing participants behavior guidelines and goals as written in Staff Action Plan.
• Monitoring health and safety, building advocacy, decision making, and community connections.
• Teaching participants skills to promote independence.

Skills

Word processing

Email

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

AccessCNY, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional for community habilitation in Onondaga County. The role involves assisting participants with daily living activities, promoting independence, and engaging in community activities such as YMCA visits, parks, and libraries.

Flexible part-time schedules allow evenings and weekends to fit participant needs. Responsibilities include implementing behavior guidelines, monitoring safety, and helping participants build social and practical skills.