Habilitation Specialist: Empower Lives & Community Inclusion

ADAPT Community Network; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

Job summary

ADAPT Community Network seeks a Habilitation Specialist to design, implement, and monitor individualized habilitation and skill-building programs supporting independence and community inclusion. You will supervise Habilitation Assistants, coordinate services, and ensure all supports align with agency policies and OPWDD regulations.

The role emphasizes person-centered planning, team participation, and maintaining thorough documentation across settings, with a focus on meaningful engagement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field required.
• At least one year of post-graduate experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and teaching skills; able to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized Day Habilitation plans and goals reflecting participant needs.
• Implement and monitor active treatment plans on-site and in the community.
• Provide supervision, coaching, and evaluation of Habilitation Assistants.
• Coordinate with families, residences, coordinators, clinical teams, and supporters.
• Maintain timely documentation and progress reports.
• Plan group and individual activities and supervise staff accordingly.
• Assist participants with community outings and transportation between locations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Wheelchair operation

Leadership ability

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

ADAPT Community Network seeks a Habilitation Specialist to design, implement, and monitor individualized habilitation and skill-building programs supporting independence and community inclusion. You will supervise Habilitation Assistants, coordinate services, and ensure all supports align with agency policies and OPWDD regulations.

The role emphasizes person-centered planning, team participation, and maintaining thorough documentation across settings, with a focus on meaningful engagement and