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Community Habilitation Specialist (DSP) - Erie County
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Part-time
high school
Mileage reimbursement
Posted 31d ago
~10 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Community Habilitation Specialist works directly with individuals with developmental disabilities to support their independence and community integration. Responsibilities include assisting with money management, socialization, healthy lifestyle skills, and transportation to appointments.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license and access to a personal vehicle. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with preference given to those with one year of experience in a health or human services field.
Full job description
Rate of Pay : $17.00 - $17.00 per hour
Community Habilitation Specialist
Part Time - Flexible days and hours - afternoons and early evenings,10 hours per week
Located throughout Erie County.
Valid New York State Driver’s License in good standing and use of personal vehicle for transporting individuals receiving services.
Mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
As a Community Habilitation Specialist, you will work directly with individuals with developmental/learning disabilities, providing services to the people we support so they can live independently and thrive in their communities. This could include, but is not limited to:
Community integration
Community travel and transportation
Money management and budgeting
Appropriate socialization/interactions
Healthy lifestyle skills/exercise
Medical appointments and understanding doctor’s orders
Additional skills needed to enable the individual to access the community and remain as independent as possible
Other instruction, services and supports as indicated by your supervisor.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Possess good time management skills
Ability and desire to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to work 1-1 with an individual receiving services
Moderate level of written and oral communication skills
High level of interpersonal skills
Knowledge of behavioral techniques and developmental disabilities to assist in the care of individuals receiving services
Knowledge of computer and ability to utilize various software programs
Successful completion of First Aid, CPR, and Defensive Driving upon hire is required.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Preferred: One year pertinent experience in health and human service related field and experience with individuals with disabilities
Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent
Key words: Direct Support Professional, DSP, Human Services, Social Work
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