Day Habilitation Specialist: Empower Independence & Growth

Acld; East Islip (NY); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

ACLD is hiring a Day Habilitation Specialist for PWW East Islip in East Islip, NY. The role focuses on supporting adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in a day habilitation setting, helping them pursue personal goals and independence.

Responsibilities include providing structure, addressing behavioral needs, assisting with personal care, and transporting participants to activities. A strong commitment to safety and training completion is required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent plus 2 years MR/DD experience OR Associate's or Bachelor's Degree OR 3 years related experience.
• Clean and valid NYS driver's license.
• Complete within 6 months of hire and maintain AMAP and SCIP trainings.
• Ability to assist with lifting and transferring an adult person.
• Must have flexibility to be reassigned to other programs and/or locations as needed.
• Prior experience as Caregiver or Direct Care Worker is a plus.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals.
• Provide structure and emotional support.
• Assist in resolving behavioral issues.
• Help individuals with personal hygiene.
• Transport individuals to and from activities using Agency vehicles.

Skills

English fluency

Flexibility

Driving

Education

HS Diploma

Associate/Bachelor's Degree

3 years related experience

Job description

ACLD is hiring a Day Habilitation Specialist for PWW East Islip in East Islip, NY. The role focuses on supporting adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in a day habilitation setting, helping them pursue personal goals and independence.

Responsibilities include providing structure, addressing behavioral needs, assisting with personal care, and transporting participants to activities. A strong commitment to safety and training completion is required.