About this position
Job Description
Job Description
The role of the Day Habilitation Counselor is to teach adults with developmental disabilities independent living skills and personal awareness, provide community access, and serve as a liaison with the community and Vanderheyden. Works with adults with developmental disabilities in community-based settings, assisting in all areas of daily living and communication. Full-Time day shift, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Primary Duties & Essential Functions:
- Implements and monitors each Day Habilitation Program with Walls.
- Ensures valued outcomes outlined in the Individualized Service Plan (ISP), individual, and with treatment team input, follow the Residential Habilitation Plan.
- Provides documentation regarding the implementation of each habilitation plan.
- Obtains knowledge of the methodology of the plan to ensure correct implementation.
- Evaluates feedback regarding habilitation plans in a timely manner.
- Collaborates with the Coordinator to ensure that all individuals’ needs are addressed through the habilitation plan.
- Provides full-time supervision and habilitative services in a standalone therapeutic program.
- Responsible for providing pre-employment training at the local volunteer site and providing instruction in travel and/or community safety.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education, Knowledge, and Skills:
- Associate's degree preferred.
- High school diploma/GED required.
- Must have at least 2 years’ experience in serving individuals with developmental disabilities.
Abilities and Working Conditions:
- Must be available to work an AWAKE day shift.
- Must have a valid NYS driver’s license with a clean MVR.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Willing to be flexible in terms of working autonomously in the community.
- Must have intermediate skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to deal positively with changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Exhibits a professional, courteous demeanor with internal and external constituents.
Pay: $20.00 an hour
\nCompany DescriptionVanderheyden is recognized as one of the premier children, adult and family service agencies in the Capital Region of New York. For more than 190 years, we have been providing services to youth and adults who:
• Have been abused, neglected or abandoned
• Have emotional and behavioral challenges
• Have developmental disabilities
• Are caring for a special needs child or individual at home
Our community-based services include a Residential Treatment Center, Diagnostic/Respite Service, Educational Facility and Community Services.
Company Description
Vanderheyden is recognized as one of the premier children, adult and family service agencies in the Capital Region of New York. For more than 190 years, we have been providing services to youth and adults who:\n\n• Have been abused, neglected or abandoned\n• Have emotional and behavioral challenges\n• Have developmental disabilities\n• Are caring for a special needs child or individual at home\n\nOur community-based services include a Residential Treatment Center, Diagnostic/Respite Service, Educational Facility and Community Services.
Location and commute
531 East St, Rensselaer, NY 12144.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3267055428.