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Beyond Support Network

Community Habilitation Specialist (DSP) - Erie County

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What they do

A Social or Human Services Specialist identifies and arranges community services for clients. Can involve coordination of services for people with disabilities or those in recovery. They may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis and can be involved in advocating for client needs.

$51,718 / year median in New York

+13% projected growth

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Community Habilitation Specialist (DSP)
  • Erie County Beyond Support Network
  • 3.
3 Buffalo, NY Job Details Part-time $17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Qualifications CPR Certification Passenger vehicle High school diploma or GED Driver's License First Aid Certification Defensive driving
Full Job Description Rate of Pay :
$17.00
  • $17.00 per hour Community Habilitation Specialist Part Time
  • Flexible days and hours
  • afternoons and early evenings,10 hours per week Located throughout Erie County.
Valid New York State Driver's License in good standing and use of personal vehicle for transporting individuals receiving services. Mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
As a Community Habilitation Specialist, you will work directly with individuals with developmental/learning disabilities, providing services to the people we support so they can live independently and thrive in their communities. This could include, but is not limited to: Community integration Community travel and transportation Money management and budgeting Appropriate socialization/interactions Healthy lifestyle skills/exercise Medical appointments and understanding doctor's orders Additional skills needed to enable the individual to access the community and remain as independent as possible Other instruction, services and supports as indicated by your supervisor.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Possess good time management skills Ability and desire to work as part of an interdisciplinary team Ability to work 1-1 with an individual receiving services Moderate level of written and oral communication skills High level of interpersonal skills Knowledge of behavioral techniques and developmental disabilities to assist in the care of individuals receiving services Knowledge of computer and ability to utilize various software programs Successful completion of First Aid, CPR, and Defensive Driving upon hire is required.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Preferred :
One year pertinent experience in health and human service related field and experience with individuals with disabilities
Minimum :
High school diploma or equivalent Key words: Direct Support Professional, DSP, Human Services, Social Work Education Preferred High School or better
Motivations Preferred Work-Life Balance:
Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Flexibility:
Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Ability to Make an
Impact:
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.