What are the responsibilities and job description for the Day Habilitation Specialist position at QUEENS CENTERS FOR PROGRESS?
Queens Centers for Progress is a major non-profit agency providing person centered support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in various programs. We have an opening for a Day Habilitation Specialist to join our Residential Day Program. We are located in Bellerose, Queens, NY.
Summary of position: Facilitates day habilitation programming that fosters respect, safety and mutual growth for both the individuals and staff.
Duties:
Structure and implement programming and meaningful activities for assigned group rooms. Ensure that Day Habilitation plans are implemented and that OPWDD regulations are followed. Instruct and model tasks and activities to group room staff. Monitor and review completion of all group room documentation. Summarize individuals' responses and progress on monthly note in a timely manner. Provide feedback to coordinator and supervisor concerning the individuals' wellbeing, programming and staff performance.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in a Human Service field such as education, social work or psychology, from an accredited college/university or an Associate's Degree from an accredited college with at least one (1) year experience in the field. Knowledge of OPWDD regulations required. Successful candidates should have good writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
To Apply:
Please send an updated resume.
Excellent benefits include: $500 Sign-on Bonus (FT/PT staff); Medical, free Dental and Vision insurance, Pension Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement for Bachelor's/Master's Degree (job related).
Queens Centers For Progress is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.50 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $26