Community Habilitation Worker- Per Diem
Scope of Work
Summary Assists in providing care to individuals with developmental disabilities based on their individualized
service plans and valued outcomes by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Description of Responsibilities
■ Provides individualized care to individuals with developmental disabilities.
■ Helps individuals with activities of daily living.
■ Assists individuals with proper maintenance of living area.
■ Guides individuals in leisure activities.
■ Helps individuals with all chores necessary to maintain as normal a living environment as possible,
i.e., laundry and housekeeping.
■ Performs work in accordance with appropriate procedures under the supervision of the Director of
Community Habilitation and Social Work Supervisors.
■ Supervises individuals in their care at all times.
■ Completes all necessary checklists and paperwork as required.
■ Coordinates and attends all individuals’ Life Plan, Community Habilitation and/or Special Team
meetings when asked.
■ Participates in establishing new goals with individuals.
■ Reports accidents and suspected abuse as required by law.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
■ Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and
objectives.
■ Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
■ Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are
covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
■ Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own
actions; Keeps commitments.
■ Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action
beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
■ Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed; Shares hobbies and skills that could benefit and
enrich the program.
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or
training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Mill Neck Family of Organizations is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.