Habilitation Specialist — Build Skills & Community (FT/PT)

PA Connecting Communities; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

PA Connecting Communities (PACC) seeks dedicated Habilitation Specialists to provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual disabilities in home and community settings. Join a growing team focused on inclusion, opportunity, and meaningful community engagement in the Pittsburgh area.

You will assist with activities of daily living, promote independence, and document progress while following ISP goals and agency policies. This role offers a sign-on bonus for full-time candidates.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Be physically able to assist participants with mobility needs.
• Be smartphone and computer literate.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license, vehicle, insurance and registration.
• Ability to pass Criminal Background Check and FBI check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities and promote independence.
• Follow all ODP and PACC policies, procedures, confidentiality requirements, and professional standards.
• Implement ISP goals and document daily outcomes and progress notes.
• Lead participant-directed and community activities, teach assigned skills, and safely transport clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and supervisors; provide weekly updates.
• Monitor health and safety, report incidents, and assist with mobility needs.
• Submit weekly timecards, expenses, receipts, and required documentation.
• Coordinate with the supervisor for planning, schedules, and support-coordinator contact approval.

Skills

ADLs support

Community engagement

Communication

Mobility assistance

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

PA Connecting Communities (PACC) seeks dedicated Habilitation Specialists to provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual disabilities in home and community settings. Join a growing team focused on inclusion, opportunity, and meaningful community engagement in the Pittsburgh area.

You will assist with activities of daily living, promote independence, and document progress while following ISP goals and agency policies. This role offers a sign-on bonus for full-time candidates.