Job Title: Day Habilitation Aide
Overview: General Human Outreach is seeking a Day Habilitation Aide for our Day program in Long Island City. As a Day Habilitation Aide, you will be responsible for providing support and care to individuals with developmental disabilities in a day program setting. You will assist in creating a safe and stimulating environment for participants, promote independence and self-determination, and implement activities that promote personal growth and development.
Responsibilities:
- Assist individuals with direct care services who attend the Day Habilitation.
- To document individuals daily goal progress.
- Provide support to participants during recreational and leisure activities
- Implement programs and activities that support personal growth and development, including socialization, communication, and cognitive skills
- Observe and report any changes in behavior, physical condition, or medical needs to the program supervisor
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized program environment
- Interact professionally and compassionately with participants, families, and other staff members
- Attend required training and meetings as necessary
- Adhere to all agency policies and procedures
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Covid-19 Vaccine Card
- Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism at all times
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to lift and transfer participants as needed
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Work Location: Multiple locations