Day Habilitation Trainer

Ohel Children's Home and Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403B retirement plan

Sick and vacation PTO

Health insurance

Job summary

Ohel Children's Home and Family Services in Queens, NY, is seeking compassionate staff for its Day Habilitation Program. You will empower adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to build life skills, gain independence, and participate in community activities.

Responsibilities include supporting personal goals, leading engaging activities, and promoting dignity and choice while collaborating with families and teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid NY or NJ driver’s license with ability to drive a 15-passenger van strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in achieving personal goals and living meaningful, self-directed lives.
• Lead engaging activities that foster independent living skills, healthy habits, and community participation.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting dignity, choice, and respect.
• Accompany individuals to volunteer sites, recreational outings, and community activities.
• Complete documentation and progress notes accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with team members, families, and supervisors to provide quality support.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you compassionate, energetic, and looking for a rewarding career? Join Ohel’s Day Habilitation Program and empower adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to build life skills, achieve greater independence, and actively participate in their communities.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in achieving their personal goals and living meaningful, self-directed lives
• Lead engaging activities that foster independent living skills, healthy habits, and community participation
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting dignity, choice, and respect
• Accompany individuals to volunteer sites, recreational outings, and community activities
• Complete documentation and progress notes accurately and on time
• Collaborate with team members, families, and supervisors to provide quality support

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred
• Valid NY or NJ driver's license with the ability to drive a 15-passenger van strongly preferred
• Strong communication and basic computer skills

Position includes a competitive benefits package that includes a 403B retirement plan, sick and vacation paid time off (PTO) and health insurance. Eligibility for all benefits is based on hours worked, employment classification, and fulfillment of applicable waiting periods and plan requirements. This full time position is based in Queens.

If you're a team player who is ready to build a meaningful career while helping others thrive, we'd love to hear from you.