In-Home Support Specialist: Empower Independence

WellLife Network; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Wellness program

Training & growth opportunities

Job summary

WellLife Network in Elmont, NY is seeking a Residential Habilitation Specialist to implement in-home training programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

You will assist with daily living activities, independent living skills, communication, mobility, and use of community resources while documenting progress and participating in team meetings. This role requires confidentiality, safety, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; experience with developmentally disabled preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and developing goals and service plans.
• Document progress in progress notes.
• Provide behavioral interventions per approved techniques; may require physical intervention.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service training at various sites.
• Communicate information to the service coordinator, supervisor and staff.
• Caseloads and schedules may change based on consumer need/choice.
• Able to physically interact with individuals and assist with SCIP interventions, CPR/first aid and drills.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Skills

In-home training

Documentation

Behavioral interventions

Emergency CPR

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

WellLife Network in Elmont, NY is seeking a Residential Habilitation Specialist to implement in-home training programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

You will assist with daily living activities, independent living skills, communication, mobility, and use of community resources while documenting progress and participating in team meetings. This role requires confidentiality, safety, and compassionate care.