20 Best youth worker jobs in New York, NY (Hiring Now!)

Independent Skill Trainer TBI/NHTD Waiver Programs
Optimum Choice Services Inc —Manhattan, NY
Be an individual with an Associate’s degree and five (5) years of experience completing assessments of ADLs and IADLs, developing a comprehensive service plan,…
$20 - $22 an hour
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Community Habilitation Worker
Gateway Counseling Center, Inc. —Bronx, NY
In Health or Human Services or related field from accredited college or university; 6 months to 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent…
$16.50 - $21.00 an hour
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Habilitation Specialist - Level 1
Gateway Counseling Center, Inc. —Brooklyn, NY
Associate’s degree required. or Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Health or Human Services or related field from accredited College or university preferred.
$19 - $20 an hour
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12d
Life Skills coach
CFS Self-Direction —New York, NY
Teach grooming and etiquette standards and procedures for the client's desired social activities. Any experience with the disability in the form of coaching,…
$40 an hour
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10d
Day Habilitation Specialist
General Human Outreach Inc. —Long Island City, NY
CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain certification). Queens-based non-profit social services agency serving individuals with developmental…
$19.25 an hour
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Independent Living Specialist
BRC —New York, NY
Responsible for all aspects of assigned case load, including meeting with clients on a regular basis both in the field and in the office, and ensure that all…
$46,732 a year
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Comm Hab Coach
Catholic Guardian Services —Queens, NY
The Community Coach provides individualized support to connect individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) with to their communities and…
$16 an hour
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Respite, Skill Building, Counseling
New York Youth Support Program Inc. —Bronx, NY
Masters or Bachelor's Degree in related field with experience working with children. We are looking for individuals with experience in Social Services to…
From $15 an hour
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Residence Counselor
Constructive Partnerships Unlimited —Queens, NY
NYS Valid Driver’s License & Proof of Department of Motor Vehicles driving history, 3 years of current driving experience with no more than one moving violation…
$17.05 - $17.39 an hour
Direct Support Professional - Day Habilitation/Community Pre-Voc Services
Adult Resources Center, Inc —Brooklyn, NY
Immediately inform your supervisor of any issues and complications to your license. Ensure compliance regarding agency (ARC), state (OPWDD), City (Dept. of…
$16.50 an hour
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Day Habilitation Assistant Instructor (with Free Medical Benefit)
AABR, Inc —Queens, NY
To assume responsibility for continued evaluation, development and implementation of their assigned curriculum area. A High School Diploma is required.
From $16 an hour
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Day Habilitation Aide
Queens NY —Long Island City, NY
You will assist in creating a safe and stimulating environment for participants, promote independence and self-determination, and implement activities that…
$17 an hour
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Veteran Direct Care Independent Living Specialist
Center for the Independence of the Disabled, New York —New York, NY
A minimum of an Associates/bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the…
$55,000 a year
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6d
Community Habilitation Specialist (Part-Time)
ADAPT Community Network —New York, NY
Ability to implement a prompting hierarchy and write observant and detailed notes for each session performed by employee.
$20.25 an hour
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3d
Habilitation Specialist 1- Community Residences (NY HELPS)
People With Developmental Disabilities, Office for —Brooklyn, NY
A degree in a human services field includes the professional disciplines of audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy,…
$55,598 - $70,034 a year
3d
Independent Living Specialist
Center for the Independence of the Disabled, New York —Kew Gardens, NY
Knowledge of state and local housing policies, practices, laws, and issues impacting seniors and people with disabilities strongly preferred.
Up to $45,000 a year
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6d
Day Habilitation Coordinator NYC
Community Options, Inc. —New York, NY
The Day Habilitation Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of billing documentation, medication, administration, and documenting consumer daily progress…
From $65,000 a year
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13d
Rehabilitation Specialist
Saint Joseph's Medical Center —Jamaica, NY
The Rehabilitation Specialist will help clients cope with the effects of their disabilities as they relate to independent living.
$56,000 - $60,000 a year
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5d
Social Worker - Runaway & Homeless Youth Services
The Door - A Center of Alternatives, Inc. —Bronx, NY
Master’s degree in related field with two years relevant professional experience. Provide supportive groupwork for Runaway and Homeless Youth around…
$60,000 - $62,000 a year
Residential Habilitation Counselor
AHRC New York City —New York, NY
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent, or completion of certification in the following areas: HHA, CNA, PCA. Must be willing to work with a person supported on…
$18 an hour
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Independent Skill Trainer TBI/NHTD Waiver Programs

Optimum Choice Services Inc - Manhattan, NY

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time $20 - $22 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Master of Social Work
Management
Doctoral degree
LMSW
Master of Psychology
Teaching Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Master's degree
ADLs
Bachelor's degree
Physical Therapy License
Speech Language Pathology License
Psychology
Social Work
1 year
Associate's degree
Communication skills
Occupational Therapy License
CRC

Full Job Description

Do you want to make a difference in someone's life? Do you want to be a part of team to help others be the best they can be, and teach or train adults who have traumatic brain injuries or disabilities to be independent in the community?

Optimum Choice Services, Inc. is a premiere provider that has been helping people with traumatic brain injuries, chronic medical and developmental diagnoses since 2008. We are currently looking to fill Independent Living Skills Trainer (ILST) positions in NYC Metro area, Lower Hudson Valley and Long Island Regions for part time/per diem shifts. Flexible shifts are available for weekends and evenings, as a secondary form of employment.

Overview: Independent Living Skills Trainer (ILST) develop services individually designed to improve the ability of our participants to live as independently as possible within the community. As an ILST you will be responsible for the training, supervision of, or assistance to, an individual with self-care including: medication management training, task completion, communication & interpersonal skills, socialization, sensory & motor skills, mobility, community transportation skills, problem solving, money management, ability to maintain a household. This position is not direct services/home care. No toileting, transferring, medical care provided. This is a person-centered driven service that trains and assists clients with their personal goals for increased independence in a community setting.

ILSTs will be required to provide this service in the client's home and/or community. Additional job responsibilities are carried out remotely including but not limited to note completion within 72 hours of the service session; supervision sessions; and mandatory meetings or trainings.

QUALIFICATIONS: Persons employed as an Independent Living Skills and Training provider must be a/an:

Be an individual with an Associate’s degree and five (5) years of experience completing assessments of ADLs and IADLs, developing a comprehensive service plan, teaching individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury to be more functionally independent. Or;
Be an individual with a Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience completing assessments of ADLs and IADLs, developing comprehensive service plans and teaching individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury or chronic medical diagnosis to be more functionally independent; Or;
Have the following:

1. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-licensed by the NYS Education Department);

2. Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW-licensed by the NYS Education Department);

3. Individual with a Doctorate or Master of Social Work degree;

4. Individual with a Doctorate or Master of Psychology degree;

5. Licensed Physical Therapist (licensed by the NYS Education Department);

6. Registered Professional Nurse (licensed by the NYS Education Department);

7. Certified Teacher of Students with Disabilities (certified by the NYS Education Department);

8. Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (certified as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification);

9. Licensed Speech Pathologist (licensed by the NYS Education Department); or

10. Licensed Occupational Therapist (licensed by the NYS Education Department);

AND

Must have, at a minimum, one (1) year of experience completing assessments of ADLs/IADLs, developing a comprehensive service plan, teaching individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury or developmental disabilities to be more functionally independent;

*Any currently employed ILST Provider who met waiver application qualifications upon hire will be issued a certificate allowing them to continue providing the same service(s) at both their current location of employment and/or any change they have in future employment locations/agencies. This certificate has no expiration date and only applies to the waiver service they were qualified for upon hire. Certificates may be terminated at the discretion of NYSDOH.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct a comprehensive functional assessment of the waiver participant, identifying the participant’s strengths and barriers in performing Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) related to his/her established goals. The ILST will be responsible for completing functional assessments at least annually with the participants that they serve.
Provide training to participants in community settings which may include that of medical appointments, food stores and/or other essential events. Training must be directly related to the participant’s goal plan with the outcome being that of skill development.
Develop and implement Detailed Goal Plans derived from the functional assessment by meeting with each participant as indicated in their service plan and monitoring progress on goals.
Complete progress notes in Medisked within 72 hours of the session with a participant. This includes additional required documentation which may be needed by your supervisor. Progress notes document date, time and duration of the session and summarize essential information that promotes consistency with care.
Complete progress notes as needed for contact with Service Coordinator and other service providers.
Complete Individual Service Reports (ISR) as required to document goals, progress, and recommendations.
Attend and actively participate in team meetings for assigned participants. Team meetings are typically scheduled by the Service Coordinator and are designed to promote treatment coordination by review of the current service plan, stated goals and outcomes. The ILST is expected to notify their supervisor in the event they are unable to attend a scheduled meeting so that coverage by the supervisor can be arranged.
Provide training as needed to all individuals involved in supporting the participant to continue independence on achieved goals (i.e., caregivers, in-home workers, waiver providers, etc.).
Interface with the Service Coordinator and all other service providers to maintain communication regarding the progress of each participant served.
Meet with supervisor at least bi-weekly for regular supervision and feedback.
Attend and complete training in accordance with New York State regulations and Agency policy.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested and/or necessary, including staffing alternate locations when assigned.
Collaborate with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each participant.
Adhere to all policies and procedures when providing services to participants.
Complete all necessary trainings to maintain employment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Flexible schedule
Health insurance

Schedule:

4 hour shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Weekends only

Work Location: In person

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youth worker jobs in New York, NY

Independent Skill Trainer TBI/NHTD Waiver Programs

Community Habilitation Worker

Habilitation Specialist - Level 1

Life Skills coach

Day Habilitation Specialist

Independent Living Specialist

Comm Hab Coach

Respite, Skill Building, Counseling

Residence Counselor

Direct Support Professional - Day Habilitation/Community Pre-Voc Services

Day Habilitation Assistant Instructor (with Free Medical Benefit)

Day Habilitation Aide

Veteran Direct Care Independent Living Specialist

Community Habilitation Specialist (Part-Time)

Habilitation Specialist 1- Community Residences (NY HELPS)

Independent Living Specialist

Day Habilitation Coordinator NYC

Rehabilitation Specialist

Social Worker - Runaway & Homeless Youth Services

Residential Habilitation Counselor

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