Job Description
Title: Community Habilitation Specialist Reports to: Field Supervisor Department: Community Habilitation LANGUAGE: MUST BE ABLE TO SPEAK SPANISH! Job Summary: The community habilitation specialist will work directly with individuals in program activities, both in their homes and in the community. Assist individuals (service recipients) in skills development by implementing individual specific and general programs. The Community Habilitation Specialist will have the ability to interact with individuals and staff professionally and ethically, understand and implement service plans, and Staff Action Plans as written, and to complete all required documentation clearly, legibly in a timely manner. RESPONSBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Participate in the life of the individual in their home to foster a person-centered atmosphere conducive to the growth of the individual and towards their maximum independence in all areas of daily living. Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture, and strengths of the individuals. Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals Assist in planning and implementation of the program. Maintain daily Community-Habilitation bi-weekly progress reports, datasheets, timesheets and other required documentation. Community Habilitation Specialist will document each training session in the appropriate databases and report the progress and barriers with each client. Attend and participate in staff mandatory and In-service training and meetings as required. It is essential that Community Habilitation Specialist know and protect individual's rights. Maintain contact with Program Supervisors and individuals and family about changes in schedules, lateness, absences and other