About this opportunity
Hawthorne Foundation lists this DayHab Counselor opportunity in hawthorne, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Organization Profile: Hawthorne Foundation Inc. serves children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our educational, vocational and life skills programs are only a few of the programs available. We also offer parent training, recreational activities and crisis intervention.
Vision Statement:
To be a regional leader in advancing opportunities for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities through innovative instruction and support grounded in applied behavior analysis and person-centered practices.
Mission Statement:
Advancing opportunities for people with autism and other developmental disabilities through person-centered, evidence-based practices that strengthen skills, promote autonomy, and support meaningful participation in their communities.
Day Habilitation Program Counselor
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required
Work experience in driving routes.
Experience with driving children or adults with developmental disabilities preferred
Sensitivity to the needs of all consumers
Certification by the Department of Motor Vehicle, State of New York as to an acceptable driving record and valid driving credentials- valid driver's license
Strong command of verbal and written communication (English)
Approval, without restrictions, by the facility's insurance
Counselor
Responsible for implantation and collection of data of daily and weekly programs as assigned by Specialist for each consumer in assigned group
Assists in any clerical work (i.e. daily attendance, requisitions, trip lists, graphing data)
C. Implements weekly and daily programs to assist each consumer in attaining their individual goals Documents consumers progress in increase and decrease programs on a daily basis (collects and graphs data)
Responsible for participating in behavior analysis training program
Specific Responsibilities
Directly responsible for transporting consumers as assigned by Transportation Coordinator
Responsible for transporting consumers from home to day program, and home again in safe, efficient manner
Responsible for driving consumers on all planned trips to community outings.
Promotes the safety and well being of adults and staff while transporting
Oversees all maintenance responsibilities for Day Habilitation vehicle(s) as assigned:
-makes sure vehicle registration, inspection and insurance are current and necessary sticker, copies are on/in vehicle
-First Aid and Roadside Assistance kits in vehicle(s) and properly stocked
-remove any garbage from vehicle following each trip, clean any soiling (vomit, spills etc.)
-once a week, or more often if necessary, wash outside vehicle, wash all seats, interior walls, dashboard, railing and interior windows of vehicle(s) Inspect vehicle before first scheduled departure and complete a Daily Vehicle Inspection Sheet and hand in to the Transportation Coordinator
Ensures Day Habilitation vehicles are in safe, operable, clean condition by ensuring proper maintenance.
Complete and submit daily, weekly and monthly reports in a timely manner.
Assist with training new drivers.
Assists in training new driving staff on Agency Vehicle Policy & Procedures
Implements on-going preventative maintenance programs on agency vehicles
Attends on-going vehicle safety education/training
Coordinate the vehicle(s) repairs/maintenance visits with Transportation Coordinator and Repair Shop.
5. General Responsibilities Participates in training sessions and in-service meetings
Insures that program areas are kept in order
Assumes additional responsibility when assigned to maintain the quality of care for all individuals
Follows established Hawthorne Foundation Inc. policies and procedures
Participates in all recreational programs
Assures the health, safety and welfare of all individuals
Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned
Physical Responsibilities
Sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during work hours
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
Must possess sight and hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met
Must function independently, have personal integrity, be flexible and able to work effectively with other personnel
Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability
#ZR
Worksite address
hawthorne, NY, 10532, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.