Habilitation Aide

Kennedy-Donovan Center; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and

Vision Insurance and Health Savings

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability

Free Virtual Medical, Mental Health,

Musculoskeletal Support Program

Mileage Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Professional Development

Paid Holidays

Pet Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Discounts (BJ's Wholesale Club)

Auto/Home Insurance Support

PTO accrual

Job summary

Kennedy-Donovan Center in New Bedford, MA is hiring a Day Habilitation Aide to promote growth and development for individuals with developmental disabilities. You will provide direct support, implement development activities, and work in a multidisciplinary team to enhance sensory-motor, communication, social, and living skills.

The role runs Monday–Friday, 8 am–3:30 pm, with a focus on safety and participant well-being.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; experience with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build respectful relationships.
• Ability to follow individualized plans and provide person-centered support.
• CPR/FA and SafetyCare certifications required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual and group activities; support daily living skills and independence.
• Assist with transportation and transfers; follow ISP, behavior, and PBS strategies.
• Collect and document data on activities, progress, and behaviors; communicate observations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment; identify hazards and follow safety protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings and coordinate with the team.
• Help individuals access community resources; maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned while supporting participant safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/FA and SafetyCare certifications

Job description

Day Habilitation Aide

Full job description: $20 - $23 / hour

Work-Life Balance | Work to make an impact! The Day Habilitation Aide assists in promoting the growth and development of individuals with developmental disabilities by providing direct support and implementing developmental activities. This role focuses on enhancing sensory-motor, communication, social, independent living, affective, and behavioral skills through a team-based, multi-disciplinary approach, while ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 3:30 pm
Location: New Bedford, MA

Key Responsibilities

• Client Support & Development: Implement individual and group activities, support daily living skills and independence, assist with transportation and transfers, and follow ISP, behavior, and PBS strategies.
• Data & Documentation: Collect and document data on activities, progress, and behaviors; communicate observations and support clinical documentation.
• Safety & Environment: Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment; identify hazards and follow emergency and agency safety protocols.
• Team Collaboration: Participate in staff meetings and supervision and communicate effectively with team members regarding participant needs and progress.
• Community & Other Duties: Help individuals access community resources, maintain confidentiality, and perform other duties as assigned while supporting participant safety and development.

Why Join KDC?

Competitive Benefits Package

• Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care)
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability
• Free Virtual Medical, Mental Health, Therapy, and Psychiatry Services
• Musculoskeletal Support Program
• Financial & Professional Growth Mileage Reimbursement for Work-Related Travel
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance Tuition
• Remission Opportunities Professional Development and Career Growth
• Additional Perks
  • Vacation (156 hours), Personal (16 hours), and Sick Time (80 hours)* Up to 11 Paid Holidays
  • Pet Insurance
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
  • BJ's Wholesale Club Membership Discounts
  • Personal Auto and Home Insurance Support
• PTO is calculated using an accrual rate based on hours worked.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Prior experience supporting individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities or in a similar human services role. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, respectful relationships. Ability to follow individualized plans and provide person-centered support. Ability to complete and maintain CPR/FA and SafetyCare certifications. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree in human services or related field. Experience in implementing behavior management programs. Additional coursework or training related to developmental disabilities, special education, or behavioral interventions.