Community Habilitation Worker

Westchester Jewish Community Services; City of White Plains (NY); Presencial; USD 28 413 - 40 467; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Westchester Jewish Community Services is hiring part-time Community Habilitation Workers to support adults with developmental and learning disabilities in achieving independence. This role includes assisting in developing Community Habilitation Plans, facilitating social skills, and providing daily living support. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma, have experience working with adults with disabilities, and be able to complete required training. The position is based in White Plains, NY with a pay rate of $25.00/hour.

Qualificações

• 6-12 months experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Must pass WJCS required training certifications including Medication Administration and CPR/First Aid.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in the development of individuals’ Community Habilitation Plans.
• Support individuals in achieving their personalized outcomes and stated goals.
• Provide assistance to promote independence in daily living activities.
• Facilitate the development of social skills through training and role modeling.

Conhecimentos

Assisting in the development of Community Habilitation Plans

Supporting individuals with disabilities

Knowledge of basic residential services

Facilitating the development of social skills

Formação académica

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

WJCS is seeking Community Habilitation Workers to join our POINT (Pursuing Our INdependence Together) team in White Plains. POINT supports adults, ages 21 and older, with developmental and learning disabilities, to live independently in apartments located throughout downtown White Plains. In this part‑time (up to 20 hours per week) position, you will play a vital role in assisting individuals with developmental and learning disabilities. The rate is $25.00/hour.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development of individuals’ Community Habilitation Plans.
• Supporting individuals in achieving their chosen personalized outcomes and stated goals.
• Providing assistance, services and supports to promote independence in daily living activities within the residence.
• Facilitating the development of social skills through education, training, and role modeling.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6-12 months experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Must have knowledge of basic residential services.
• Able to participate in, pass and maintain certification of WJCS required training that includes but may not be limited to Medication Administration, SCIP, CPR/First Aid, Driving the Van and Mandatory Training as identified by OPWDD.

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER