NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
Habilitation Specialist 1 - Hudson Valley
NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities, Port Jervis, New York, United States
Habilitation Specialist 1 - Hudson Valley
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Habilitation Specialist 1 - Hudson Valley
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NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
Base pay range: $55,764.00/yr - $70,630.00/yr
Duties and Responsibilities
Instructs and supports individuals in developing and/or enhancing life skills necessary to live more independently in home and community settings; and develops, implements, and modifies habilitation plans to help individuals achieve their valued outcomes.
Collaborates with individuals, family members, advocates, care managers, and service providers to determine strategies for service delivery (e.g., skill acquisition/retention, staff supports, and/or exploration of new experiences); and attends Life Plan meetings to assess the effectiveness of habilitation plans and services and establish objectives.
Assesses individuals’ skill levels in relation to their valued outcomes and identifies appropriate methods to teach and assist individuals in acquiring, improving, and maintaining life skills.
Communicates with treatment team members and gathers information to plan and/or modify services to meet individuals’ needs.
Implements appropriate safeguards and protective oversight measures to ensure the health and welfare of individuals while participating in programs and services.
Monitors, records, and measures individuals’ progress in reaching their goals, including accomplishments and challenges; and modifies habilitation plans to ensure continual progress, prevent regression, and meet individuals’ needs.
Schedules, transports, and assists individuals in participating in community.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidate must be reachable for appointment on the current Civil Service Eligible List for this title.
A Bachelor’s or higher-level degree in a human services field (including audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology, therapeutic recreation, gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication, counseling/guidance, education, human development). Degrees in criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business do not qualify.
One year of permanent competitive or 55‑b/c status in the posted title and eligible for lateral transfer; or eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law.
Benefits and Compensation Pay includes statutory hiring rate for Grade 14 plus Mid‑Hudson Adjustment. Employees are eligible for full and unconditional participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs.
Benefits include:
Paid holidays: 13 per year
Paid vacation: 13 days initially
Paid personal leave: 5 days per year
Paid sick leave: 13 days per year (may carry over)
Professional leave: up to 3 days per year
Health care coverage for employees and eligible dependents, with family dental and vision plans at no extra cost
Paid parental leave: up to 12 weeks at full pay for qualifying events
Retirement participation in NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS)
Professional development, tuition assistance, and workshops for continuing education
Equal Opportunity Statement OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Habilitation Specialist 1 - Hudson Valley
role at
NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
Base pay range: $55,764.00/yr - $70,630.00/yr
Duties and Responsibilities
Instructs and supports individuals in developing and/or enhancing life skills necessary to live more independently in home and community settings; and develops, implements, and modifies habilitation plans to help individuals achieve their valued outcomes.
Collaborates with individuals, family members, advocates, care managers, and service providers to determine strategies for service delivery (e.g., skill acquisition/retention, staff supports, and/or exploration of new experiences); and attends Life Plan meetings to assess the effectiveness of habilitation plans and services and establish objectives.
Assesses individuals’ skill levels in relation to their valued outcomes and identifies appropriate methods to teach and assist individuals in acquiring, improving, and maintaining life skills.
Communicates with treatment team members and gathers information to plan and/or modify services to meet individuals’ needs.
Implements appropriate safeguards and protective oversight measures to ensure the health and welfare of individuals while participating in programs and services.
Monitors, records, and measures individuals’ progress in reaching their goals, including accomplishments and challenges; and modifies habilitation plans to ensure continual progress, prevent regression, and meet individuals’ needs.
Schedules, transports, and assists individuals in participating in community.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidate must be reachable for appointment on the current Civil Service Eligible List for this title.
A Bachelor’s or higher-level degree in a human services field (including audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology, therapeutic recreation, gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication, counseling/guidance, education, human development). Degrees in criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business do not qualify.
One year of permanent competitive or 55‑b/c status in the posted title and eligible for lateral transfer; or eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law.
Benefits and Compensation Pay includes statutory hiring rate for Grade 14 plus Mid‑Hudson Adjustment. Employees are eligible for full and unconditional participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs.
Benefits include:
Paid holidays: 13 per year
Paid vacation: 13 days initially
Paid personal leave: 5 days per year
Paid sick leave: 13 days per year (may carry over)
Professional leave: up to 3 days per year
Health care coverage for employees and eligible dependents, with family dental and vision plans at no extra cost
Paid parental leave: up to 12 weeks at full pay for qualifying events
Retirement participation in NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS)
Professional development, tuition assistance, and workshops for continuing education
Equal Opportunity Statement OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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