What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Habilitation Aide position at Disabled Persons Action Organization, Inc.?
Job description
A Community Habilitation Aide is needed for an adult in the Sackets Harbor area in order to provide support and to maximize their independence.
The prospective Aide will assist the individual with getting out into the community to pursue hobbies and interests, assist with maintaining their household chores, assist with grocery shopping, attending appointments.
Schedule: May work up to 8 hours per week, shifts beginning at approximately 9:30am, 1 day per week.
Rate of Pay: $15.50 per hour
Location: Sackets Harbor and various community locations for activities
Travel: Travel will be required in order to meet the needs of the individuals. Mileage is reimbursed at $0.55 per mile while transporting an individual, up to 22 miles per day. Mileage is not paid on the way to, or from a shift.
Staff Activity Reimbursements: Reimbursement is available to staff for admission fees, tickets (movie tickets, concert tickets, event tickets), and meals when with the individuals. Up to a total of $10.00 per day will be reimbursed for combined expenses between the staff and individual. Subject to program guidelines.
Qualifications:
· Experience working with the Developmentally Disabled preferred, but not required
· Good verbal and written communication skills required
· Smart phone access with a location enabled device is required
· Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling, in excess of 30 pounds
· Valid New York State Driver’s License with reliable transportation
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.50 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 8 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Paid training
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16