Day Habilitation Aide

Job Summary
Join our dedicated team as a Day Habilitation Aide, where you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and other challenges to achieve greater independence and quality of life. In this engaging position, you will assist individuals with daily activities, foster social skills, and promote positive behavior in a community-based setting. Your compassionate approach and proactive support will empower individuals to reach their personal goals while ensuring a safe, nurturing environment. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day through direct support and caregiving.

Responsibilities

• Support clients during community outings and transportation, ensuring safety and engagement at all times.
• Implement behavior management strategies tailored to individual needs, encouraging positive behaviors and social interactions.
• Collect data on client progress, behaviors, and activities to inform care plans and track development over time.
• Assist with medication administration following prescribed protocols when necessary and authorized.
• Support clients with special education needs or behavioral health challenges through engaging activities that promote growth and learning.

Skills

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, or other disabilities in home or community settings.
• Strong understanding of behavioral health principles and behavior management techniques.
• Excellent communication skills,both verbal and non-verbal.
• Ability to operate a vehicle safely for transportation duties; valid driver’s license required.
• Compassionate caregiving skills with a focus on assisting with ADLs and promoting independence.
• Experience in data collection, documentation, and maintaining accurate records related to client progress and medication administration. Join us in creating a supportive environment where every individual can thrive! Your dedication as a Day Habilitation Aide will help foster growth, independence, and happiness for those we serve.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person