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Day Habilitation/Community Provider
Full Time/Part Time Full Time Total Hours Per Week 40 From Salary $18.00 To Salary $18.00
Job Description
Job Summary
The Day Habilitation/Community Habilitation Provider ensures individuals’ safety by providing consistent supervision and observation; promotes a nurturing learning environment in the Day Habilitation Without Walls and Community Habilitation programs. Implements individuals’ Habilitation Plans; and provides training of adult living skills in a dignified and respectful manner. Performs tasks in the residence and in the community that involves training individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities in various life skill areas, which in turn, will promote fuller personal development, enjoyment and expanded independence, community integration, productivity and individualization.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Implement and document individualized goals and objectives in accordance with each person’s Life Plan and Staff Action Plan.
- Foster independence by teaching and supporting skills related to self-care, communication, socialization, money management, and community engagement.
- Promote dignity, respect, and choice in all interactions, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their lives.
- Support individuals’ participation in vocational, recreational, and community-based activities.
- Provide personal care to individuals as needed; assist or full support in toileting and use of diapers, adult briefs, and feminine hygiene needs.
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals at all times, following medical protocols, behavioral support plans, and emergency procedures.
- Successfully complete AMAP Certification and administer medications as prescribed, as scheduled, within 90 days of hire.
- Successfully complete specialized training- including tube feeding, diabetic care, colostomy care, and any other required certifications- within 90 days of hire.
- Understand that failure to pass AMAP within the required timeframe may result in reassignment to on-call status or to a position not requiring medication administration, based on program needs and availability.
- Adhere to DSP Core Competencies in all aspects of job performance.
- Accurately complete all required documentation, including daily progress notes, data collection, and incident reports, in a timely and professional manner.
- Use crisis intervention, de-escalation, and calming techniques as needed to ensure safety and support.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive environment in both residential and community settings.
- Work collaboratively with team members, families, and external service providers to ensure coordinated, person-centered supports.
- Transport individuals to appointments, activities, and community outings as required.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or GED required; some college in Human Services or related field preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities strongly preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to complete required trainings (e.g., CPR/First Aid, SCIP, Medication Administration, OPWDD compliance trainings).
- Patience, compassion, and a commitment to person-centered support.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to interact and complete assignments in a manner sensitive to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, transfer, or physically support individuals as needed.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- May be required to lift up to 25 pounds or more.
- Required to commute to other agency locations as needed.