Day Habilitation Specialist

When you work for Gateway Hudson Valley, you make a difference in people's lives.

Our Vision: To be a leader in supporting individuals as they strive to achieve a hopeful, satisfying, active, and contributing life.

We offer Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement, Holidays, and generous PTO

The Day Habilitation Specialist provides direct community and site-based Day Habilitation services to individuals with developmental disabilities, supporting their personal goals and fostering independence through meaningful activities.

• Collaborate with team members to develop, plan, and implement daily activities that promote person-centered goals, community integration, and independent living skills through volunteerism, educational experiences, and other meaningful activities.
• Prepare and submit a weekly activity plan to the Manager of Waiver Services prior to the start of each service week and promptly communicate any changes to the Manager and team.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of each participant's Habilitation Plan, goals, safeguards, and support needs. Structure daily activities to address skill acquisition and personal choice in alignment with their valued outcomes.
• Provide safe transportation of individuals to and from scheduled activities.
• Always provide supervision and monitoring of individuals while in the community. Model appropriate behaviors and use real-life situations to teach safety and social skills. Remain familiar with emergency procedures and policies.
• Represent Gateway Hudson Valley professionally when interacting with individuals, families, and community partners.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner, including progress notes and activity records.
• Serve as a crisis intervener when necessary, following established protocols.
• Develop and implement engaging and educational craft projects, ensuring materials are prepared and ready by 9:00 a.m.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED with two years of related experience accepted.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in human services related field and 1 year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Licenses / Certifications (Gateway Hudson Valley provides trainings):

• CPR/First Aid
• Medication Administration (AMAP)
• SCIP/Promote

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to Sit or stand for 8 hours/day
• Must be able to bend down or kneel occasionally (1-2 times/week)
• Must be able to perform CPR in emergency situations and for regular recertification.

REGULATORY CLEARANCES REQUIRED:

• Must have a valid NYS Driver's License.
• Background checks are required.

We are an EEO/AA employer.