Habilitation Specialist

Position Overview:

The Habilitation Specialist is an active and integral member of the day habilitation team at 360 Total Care, dedicated to supporting and enhancing the lives of participants with developmental disabilities. This position involves extensive community interaction as specialists accompany participants to various activities and events within and around the city, advocating for and assisting them in their social and personal development.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Integration:

• Spend approximately 5 hours per day in community settings with a group of participants, facilitating and supervising daily outdoor activities.
• Engage participants in a variety of community activities, including volunteering, attending fun events, and fostering social relationships.
• Advocate for participants' needs and rights within the community, ensuring their inclusion and respect.

Transportation and Mobility Support:

• Operate large vans or passenger mini-buses safely, including handling wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
• Ensure all transportation documentation is completed for each trip, including community transportation logs.

Behavioral and Support Ratios:

• Manage groups with a typical ratio of 4:1, adjusting to 1:1 as necessary for participants with high behavioral needs.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Complete all required daily documentation, including participant activities, progress, and any incidents, in compliance with organizational and state regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Community Partnerships:

•Develop and maintain partnerships with local community organizations, businesses, and service providers.

•Identify opportunities for collaborative activities and volunteer programs that align with our mission.

•Coordinate and facilitate community outreach events to enhance our presence and foster goodwill.

2.Volunteer Coordination:

•Organize and manage volunteer opportunities for participants, ensuring meaningful and engaging experiences.

•Work with local community members to create a diverse range of volunteer activities that promote community integration.

3.Participant Engagement:

•Attend county and community meetings to identify potential participants and network with relevant stakeholders.

•Present 360 Total Care’s services and facilities to prospective participants and their families.

•Invite and arrange visits for potential participants to tour our facilities and learn more about our programs.

4.Advocacy and Representation:

•Act as a representative of 360 Total Care at various community events and meetings.

•Advocate for the needs and interests of our participants within the community and at county meetings.

5.Outreach and Communication:

•Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase awareness of 360 Total Care’s services.

•Create and distribute promotional materials and information to local community groups and potential participants.

6.Documentation and Scheduling:

•Use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) to create and maintain activity calendars and schedules.

•Become proficient in our internal documentation system, Brittco, for electronic documentation and schedule verification.

•Perform electronic documentation and verifications of schedules, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma required; a degree or certification in a related field (such as social work, psychology, or special education) preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in a similar role, particularly in a day habilitation setting or working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Certifications: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; training in operating wheelchair-accessible vehicles preferred, Training in Day Hab.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to manage challenging behaviors, and adept at building relationships and advocating for others.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Physical ability to participate in community activities, operate large vehicles, and assist with mobility needs of participants.
• Mental resilience and emotional stability to handle the dynamic nature of the work and participant needs effectively.

Work Environment:

• This role is based in a day habilitation center but requires extensive travel within the community. Specialists should expect to be active and mobile, engaging with participants in various settings throughout the city.