Community Habilitation Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Ready for a life-changing career where every day brings new possibilities? The Arc Oneida-Lewis , a pioneer in championing individuals with disabilities, invites you to step into the role of a Community Habilitation Specialist!

About the Role :

At The Arc Oneida-Lewis, we're not just about caring, we are about connection, empowerment, and living life out loud . Our Community Habilitation team is looking for compassionate go-getters who are ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities-while having some serious fun doing it.

• ???? What You'll Be Doing
• Teaming up with individuals to complete daily tasks and build life skills
• Getting out into the community for shopping, volunteering , and more
• Encouraging independence, building confidence, and being a cheerleader (sometimes literally)
• Helping folks navigate life's adventures, big and small-with compassion and a sense of humor
• ???? We're Looking For Someone Who :
• Believes everyone deserves to live their best life
• Has a valid driver's license and a sense of direction (GPS skills help too)
• Has reliable transportation to get to work and into the community
• Is reliable, upbeat, and flexible
• Can lift, support, and problem-solve with empathy and enthusiasm
• ???? Perks & Benefits :
• The pay rate for this position is $18.50 / hr
• Flexible schedule (great for students, parents, and side-hustlers)
• Health insurance, 401(k), and PTO for eligible employees
• Paid training and ongoing development
• The kind of job that fills your heart (and your resume)
• ???? Let's Make a Difference Together!

If you're the kind of person who believes in the power of community, we want to meet you.

WHAT SETS US APART :

Founded in 1954, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is a premier human services agency in the healthcare field. Our agency was started by parents who envisioned a rich, full life for their children with disabilities, inclusive of their community. Many of those families still champion these efforts today. We employ 700 staff and support over 1,400 people throughout Oneida and Lewis Counties. We provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, guardianship, respite, recreational, and day habilitation for people with developmental disabilities and their families. We own and operate integrated businesses in our community, including our Progress Industries business enterprise, a leading supply chain partner for small and large companies regionally and nationally.

The Arc Oneida-Lewis, where making a meaningful impact is not just a job; it's a calling! As a premier provider of services, support, and advocacy for individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities, we are dedicated to enriching lives and fostering inclusion. Our mission is clear : to provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, and a myriad of other services for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Our employees thrive in an inclusive and positive work culture that values collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to making a difference. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that is not just about work but about building a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. More than a workplace-be part of a team dedicated to changing lives!

The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non-job related conviction record, Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

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