Day Habilitation Support Specialist — Mon-Fri 8a-4p

New Horizons Resources, Inc.; Pleasant Valley (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

403B

Employee Referral bonus

Job summary

New Horizons Resources, Inc. is seeking a Regular Full Time Day Hab Assistant for the West Road Day Hab program in Dutchess County, Pleasant Valley. The role runs Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm, assisting individuals with developmental disabilities to participate in community-based activities.

You will collaborate with the Day Hab Coordinator and team to implement plans, ensure services meet individual needs, and support transportation to activities as required.

Qualifications

• Must complete agency-required training within six months and maintain status.
• Ability to lift and assist individuals up to 50-70 pounds, with assistance up to 200 pounds.
• Ability to safely evacuate facilities/van in emergencies with approved methods.
• Able to relate to individuals with developmental disabilities and communicate with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with developmental disabilities to participate in Day Hab activities.
• Work with Day Habilitation Coordinator and staff to implement plans.
• Ensure services align with the Day Habilitation Plan and Staff Action Plan.
• Transport individuals to and from day programs and community activities as needed.
• Maintain safety and follow agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Physical assistance

Emergency evacuation

Team collaboration

English communication

Driver license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

New Horizons Resources, Inc. is seeking a Regular Full Time Day Hab Assistant for the West Road Day Hab program in Dutchess County, Pleasant Valley. The role runs Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm, assisting individuals with developmental disabilities to participate in community-based activities.

You will collaborate with the Day Hab Coordinator and team to implement plans, ensure services meet individual needs, and support transportation to activities as required.