Provide one-to-one training to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to develop or enhance independent living skills in their homes and community
Support activities of daily living such as laundry, housekeeping, and money management to help individuals gain independence
Tailor community habilitation support to meet each person’s unique needs, whether living in group homes, independently, or with family
Engage in social and recreational activities with participants, including sports, plays, and dinner outings, to promote participation and independence
Job description
Description
At Ability Beyond You Can Be Accepted, Celebrated, & Empowered to Make a Difference!
Location: Carmel, New York
Schedule Options: M-F 9A-3P
Pay Rate: $22.25 / hour
At Ability Beyond, we’re looking for passionate individuals to support adults with developmental and physical disabilities, helping them live their best lives in our day programs or out in the community. Ability Beyond community habilitation program services individuals all over Westchester County with flexible hours and schedules. You can work part time, full time or even as a per diem staff with us. The individuals of the community habilitation program are eager to learn and want YOU to be a part of our team!
What You’ll Do:
Community Habilitation is unique and one of the greatest programs here at Ability Beyond!
Community Habilitation is a Medicaid-funded program whose sole purpose is to provide one-to-one training to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities to develop or enhance the skills needed to live more independently in their homes and in the community.
Our person-centered approach helps individuals to improve their independent living skills and participate in social and recreational activities.
We support individuals who live in group homes, on their own independently, and or with their families. Whether they live with family or independently, every individual gets community habilitation support tailored to meet their unique needs.
On a day-to-day basis, we help our individuals in gaining independence to do activities of daily living like but not limited to laundry, housekeeping, and money management.
We often engage in fun group and solo activities, which include sports games, wrestling matches, plays, and dinner outings.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Valid Driver’s License is required
Personal vehicle
Willingness to learn, no experience needed
Why This Job Matters:
You’ll make a real impact by helping adults with disabilities learn new skills, become more independent, and enjoy life. Every day is different, and you’ll feel great knowing you’re making a difference.
