Community Habilitation Workers

Under the direct supervision of the Disability Service Program Manager, the Community
Habilitation Worker is responsible to provide education, instruction, direct services, and
support that promote consumer choice, individualized outcomes that empower and
enable consumers to achieve their stated goals and to live as optimally as possible. The
Community Habilitation Worker along with the consumer will work together to achieve
the goals as stated in each individual’s plan.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Ensure a person centered approach is used in all aspects of service delivery.
• Assist with the development of the consumers’ Community Habilitation Plans.
• Ensure goals reflected in the consumers’ plans are addressed and worked on with the
individual.
• Act as advocate for consumers and encourage self-advocacy and choices.
• Assist individuals in performing activities of daily living with as much independence as
possible.
• Assist in development of social skills by providing education, training, and role
modeling.
• Assist individuals in community integration and developing relationships..
• Maintain professional relationships with consumers, co-worker, and representatives
from other agencies.
• Attend meetings and Life plan reviews for individuals.
• Complete required documentation.
• Ensure safety and well-being of the individual at all times.
• Attend program, training and staff meetings as scheduled.

PHYSICAL ELEMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential job duties. In order to fulfill the essential job functions of this position, the
employee is regularly required to:

Physically assist non ambulatory individuals and must be able to lift without
medical restrictions
● Walk and stand Climb
● Bend forward Kneel down, Reach and grasp Push and pull objects
● Repetitive bending and lifting of items Repetitive arm movement
Lift and/or move up to 40 lbs

QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Diploma or equivalent with one year experience working in a related field
preferred. Must be able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Requires a valid NYS driver’s license, must have reliable transportation and pass a
driving background check.
• Must be able to demonstrate effective communication skills, oral and written; must
maintain a general working knowledge of community resources. Must be computer
literate.
• Must complete Employee Criminal History review (fingerprinting) and trainings
mandated by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
• Ability to receive clearance from the New York State Central Registry, NYS Justice
Center Staff Exclusion List (SEL) and the Medicaid Exclusion Registry
• Must have an up-to-date PPD and medical certified by a Physician certified by a
Physician, Physician’s Assistant or a Nurse Practitioner