Description RESPITE RESPONSIBILITIES Assist persons with developmental disabilities to take part in activities of their choice, to give a reprieve to the parent/guardian/caretaker from caretaking duties while the individual takes part in a program that fosters the opportunity of learning through athletics, arts, crafts, and community involvement. • Provide door-to-door transportation to scheduled activities • Promote self-advocacy and choice • Assist consumers in making informed choices • Promote self-determination and community inclusion. • Keep consumer aspirations the focal point of their actions. • Complete all service documentation under ADM# 2005-02 • Take all reasonable steps to ensure the health and safety of the consumer. COMMUNITY HABILITATION RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist persons with developmental disabilities in developing skills necessary to become an involved, contributing member of the community and live successful live in the community. • Provide door-to-door transportation to scheduled activities • Promote self-advocacy and choice • Assist consumers in making informed choices • Assist consumers in achieving their habilitation goals. • Promote self-determination and community inclusion. • Keep consumer aspirations the focal point of their actions. • Take all reasonable steps to ensure the health and safety of the consumer • Schedule and take part in the Habilitation Plan meeting at least every six months • Take part in and provide updates to COS and Life Plan team meetings • As outlined in the Habilitation Plan, assist individuals in acquiring, keeping, and improving self-help skills, socialization, and adaptive skills necessary in the home and community-based settings. • Maintain a Habilitation record for each consumer following ADM# 2006-01. • Maintain ongoing comprehensive progress notes following ADM# 2006-01. • Work with case managers in the timely reporting of maladaptive behaviors and reportable incidents. • Assist individuals with all documentation related to support and services. CATEGORY: • NON-EXEMPT Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: • Computer knowledge, including but not limited to Windows, and Microsoft Office. • Knowledge of general office procedures and organizational skills. • Ability to work as part of a team with co-workers, colleagues, and other provider agencies. • Cultural sensitivity and the ability to relate/work with diverse groups, community agencies, schools, and the public. • Strong organizational skills with a focus on detail. • Ability to follow directions and strong communication skills (oral and written) • A valid NYS driver's license and own transportation • Ability to pass the NYS Justice Center fingerprinting requirements and background check. • REQUIRED Valid New York State Driver's License and own insured Vehicle with BODILY INJURY LIABILITY INSURANCE EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: • High school diploma or equivalent (minimum requirement) • Associate's degree in the health and human services field. • One year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.