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Habilitation Training Specialist

SUPPORTED COMMUNITY LIFESTYLES, INC.

PHILOSOPHY OF SERVICES ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

This job carries with it the obligation to respect the dignity and recognize the potential for growth of every

individual who receives or provides services and supports, to advocate for the rights of the people we support to

pursue their own vision, and to be responsible stewards of our human and financial resources in order to create

an environment committed to quality. A commitment to this philosophy of services should be demonstrated as

job duties are performed.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for training, counseling and assisting individuals served in various aspects of activities of their

lives, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures. This

position is also responsible for ensuring the health, safety and emotional support of the individuals being served.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide training in accordance with the written program plan, covering all aspects of the individuals life

as assigned and in compliance with company policy and procedure.

2. Monitor the comfort and safety of individuals served, while ensuring that the medical, nutritional, and

personal care needs are being met.

3. Support people served to identify and achieve the personal outcomes important to them.

4. Attend and participate in the team program plan meetings as assigned and regularly communicates each

persons progress with team members, supervisors, parents and/or guardians, as appropriate.

5. Interact with individuals in an emotionally supportive and therapeutic manner, and practice effective

techniques for reinforcing appropriate individual behavior.

6. Maintain medical, social, and programmatic files by recording each persons progress and documenting

other required information.

7. Assist with integration into the community by ensuring the availability of adequate social and spiritual

activities.

8. Ensure each person served is as independent as possible.

9. Assist individuals in handling their money and finances.

10. Provide appropriate leisure time activities.

11. Must complete all employment training (online classes, MAT, MOPI, etc as they apply to specific job).

12. Must speak English Language only while clients are present.

13. Other duties as assigned.

JOB TITLE: Habilitation Training Specialist STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: House Manager DATE: 6/2016

Habilitation Training Specialist

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of Company policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of individuals served and individual plans of treatment.

3. Skill in working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

4. Ability to teach individuals with developmental disabilities.

5. Ability to read documents, written instructions, and understand regulatory requirements.

6. Ability to write and maintain accurate records.

7. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

8. Ability to use telephone.

9. Ability to maintain a patient and positive attitude.

10. Ability to speak English.

11. Knowledge of medication administrative guidelines.

12. Planning and organizational skills.

13. Problem-solving skills.

14. Skill in administering CPR and basic first aid.

15. Ability to communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner.

16. Ability to stoop, kneel, and lift to complete assigned tasks.

17. Ability to work irregular hours, including overnight stays when required.

18. Ability to use personal computer.

19. Ability to drive.

20. Ability to work in a team environment.

21. Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School dip loma or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age. Successful completion of all internal and

state sponsored training in the first 12 months of employment followed by compliance with continuing

education requirements.

**NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed

by employees assigned to the position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,

duties, and skills required. From time to time other duties may be assigned.

Employee Review: _______________________________ Date: _____________

Administrative Review: ___________________________ Date: _____________