Habilitation Specialist 1
As a Habilitation Specialist 1, you would carry out a variety of activities in support of individuals diagnosed with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities; and assist them in developing pre-academic, academic, self-help, communication, prevocational, and appropriate community skills. You would assist in the development and evaluation of individual habilitation plans and setting goals; monitor and record individuals' progress; provide guidance and training to direct care staff in the implementation of goals and service plans; and may supervise direct care staff. Under the supervision of the Hab. Spec 2, the incumbent will act as part of the ITT and be responsible for providing services for the individuals in the CATH Unit. She/He will assess, develop, implement and monitor goal plans in accordance with ICF and 483 regulations, to address the needs of the CATH individuals to foster greater independence within the community. The incumbent is responsible to instruct/train Direct Support Professionals in the appropriate implementation, and data collection of the individualized ADL/Habilitation program goals. The Hab. spec 1 will participate in the Team process, with a focus on active treatment/community inclusion/ integration activities that meet the needs of the individuals to foster appropriate acclimation to the community and enhance independence.
Job Function
As a Habilitation Specialist 1, you would carry out a variety of activities in support of individuals diagnosed with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities; and assist them in developing pre-academic, academic, self-help, communication, prevocational, and appropriate community skills. You would assist in the development and evaluation of individual habilitation plans and setting goals; monitor and record individuals' progress; provide guidance and training to direct care staff in the implementation of goals and service plans; and may supervise direct care staff. Under the supervision of the Hab. Spec 2, the incumbent will act as part of the ITT and be responsible for providing services for the individuals in the CATH Unit. She/He will assess, develop, implement and monitor goal plans in accordance with ICF and 483 regulations, to address the needs of the CATH individuals to foster greater independence within the community. The incumbent is responsible to instruct/train Direct Support Professionals in the appropriate implementation, and data collection of the individualized ADL/Habilitation program goals. The Hab. spec 1 will participate in the Team process, with a focus on active treatment/community inclusion/ integration activities that meet the needs of the individuals to foster appropriate acclimation to the community and enhance independence.
Salary Range:
From $49202 to $62806 Annually
Minimum Qualification
Permanent
Qualifications:
Candidates must currently be a permanent Habilitation Specialist 1 OR Transfer
Qualifications:
Candidates must be eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law (and meets QIDP standards ) Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or higher-level degree in a human services field A degree in a human service field includes the professional disciplines of audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology, and therapeutic recreation (including concentrations in art, creative arts, dance, drama, music, or physical education.) Also included are related academic disciplines associated with the study of human behavior (e.g., gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication); or human skills development (e.g., counseling/guidance, education, human development.) Examples of non-qualifying degrees include but are not limited to criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Job Function
As a Habilitation Specialist 1, you would carry out a variety of activities in support of individuals diagnosed with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities; and assist them in developing pre-academic, academic, self-help, communication, prevocational, and appropriate community skills. You would assist in the development and evaluation of individual habilitation plans and setting goals; monitor and record individuals' progress; provide guidance and training to direct care staff in the implementation of goals and service plans; and may supervise direct care staff. Under the supervision of the Hab. Spec 2, the incumbent will act as part of the ITT and be responsible for providing services for the individuals in the CATH Unit. She/He will assess, develop, implement and monitor goal plans in accordance with ICF and 483 regulations, to address the needs of the CATH individuals to foster greater independence within the community. The incumbent is responsible to instruct/train Direct Support Professionals in the appropriate implementation, and data collection of the individualized ADL/Habilitation program goals. The Hab. spec 1 will participate in the Team process, with a focus on active treatment/community inclusion/ integration activities that meet the needs of the individuals to foster appropriate acclimation to the community and enhance independence.
Salary Range:
From $49202 to $62806 Annually
Minimum Qualification
Permanent
Qualifications:
Candidates must currently be a permanent Habilitation Specialist 1 OR Transfer
Qualifications:
Candidates must be eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law (and meets QIDP standards ) Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or higher-level degree in a human services field A degree in a human service field includes the professional disciplines of audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology, and therapeutic recreation (including concentrations in art, creative arts, dance, drama, music, or physical education.) Also included are related academic disciplines associated with the study of human behavior (e.g., gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication); or human skills development (e.g., counseling/guidance, education, human development.) Examples of non-qualifying degrees include but are not limited to criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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