Support Specialist for Community Integration
4 weeks ago
YAI is seeking a dedicated Support Specialist for Community Integration to join our team in NYC. As a Community Habilitation Professional, you will provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, teaching various life skills and promoting community integration.
The goal of this program is to empower the people we support to obtain greater independence. Your role will involve adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations, using effective communication skills and time management skills, and providing one-to-one supports in community and home settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Using effective communication skills and time management skills.
- Providing one-to-one supports in community and home settings.
- Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position.
- Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies.
- Ensuring health, wellness, and safety by managing crisis situations and providing appropriate supervision.
- Demonstrating a willingness to assist with daily living tasks.
- Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, and home visits.
- Building positive relationships and maintaining a therapeutic environment.
- Ensuring person-centered plans are implemented and completing documentation for compliance and billing.
- Using foundational teaching skills to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED is preferred; some college is a plus.
- Work or life experience within the intellectual/developmental disabilities field is a plus.
- Basic written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Valid Driver's License may be required depending on the position.
- Tuberculosis test is mandatory for most positions.
Benefits:
- DailyPay available.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision (for Full-time positions).
- Paid Vacation/Holidays and Sick Time (Varies for Full-time positions).
- 403(b) retirement with employer matching contribution.
- Life Insurance.
- Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more.
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