IDD Habilitation Specialist

RHA Health Services, LLC; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings program

Paid time off

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking a dedicated IDD Habilitation Specialist in Statesville, North Carolina. In this impactful role, you will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through mentoring and program development to help them achieve personal outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and experience working with similar populations. RHA offers a competitive compensation package including medical benefits, a 401(k) plan, and extensive training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and automotive insurance.
• Strong written communication skills for reports and business correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Quality Assurance assessments for mealtime and programs focused on adaptive behavior.
• Evaluate each client’s current level of adaptive behavior at admission.
• Develop personal outcome programs based on interdisciplinary team objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Social Services, Special Education, Psychology or a related field

Job description

IDD Habilitation Specialist

RHA Health Services is seeking a positive, personable and compassionate individual to work as an IDD Habilitation Specialist. In this role you will support individuals with intellectual, developmental disabilities and related mental health and substance use challenges, helping them achieve personal outcomes through mentoring, program development, and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Quality Assurance assessments for mealtime, active treatment, and formal programs focused on adaptive behavior.
• Evaluate each client’s current level of adaptive behavior at admission and update annually.
• Develop personal outcome programs based on priority objectives identified by the interdisciplinary team.
• Specify behavioral objectives, training methods, reinforcers, criteria, data collection methods, and task analysis for each program; write and implement programs within required timelines.
• Observe and provide feedback while working closely with home care staff and supervise staff during implementation.
• Review and modify formal programs on 30‑day cycles; conduct in‑service training.
• Conduct Personal Outcome Interviews with other staff to identify outcomes and supports.
• Ensure compliance with ICF rules and regulations.
• Mentor and model personal outcome programs for clients and home care staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Social Services, Special Education, Psychology or a related human services field.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and automotive insurance.
• Ability to read and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Strong written communication skills for reports and business correspondence.
• Passage of a background check and drug screen.
• CPR, first aid, NCI or role‑specific certification (a plus).
• Proficiency in CPR from the floor level, including work on hands, knees, bending, standing, and lifting.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation program with regular performance feedback and coaching.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program, telemedicine, pharmacy insurance, and health advocate services.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Paid time off for full‑time employees and life and AD&D insurance.
• Wellness programs, free annual health screening, and coaching events.
• Free CPR, first aid, and job‑specific training opportunities.

EEO Statement

RHA is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.