Habilitation Counselor

Day Habilitation Counselor – Full Time

• Staten Island, NY
• Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• 37.5 Hours Weekly |Non-Exempt | 1199 Union Benefits

Join Our Team

CP Unlimited is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Day Habilitation Counselor to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a structured day program setting.

This role focuses on promoting independence, inclusion, productivity, and personal growth while implementing individualized program plans and supervising daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor individualized participant program plans
• Supervise and provide direction to Habilitation Aides
• Assist with participant assessments, goals, and case conferences
• Prepare monthly notes, reports, and required documentation
• Maintain curriculum materials and activity resources
• Ensure documentation is accurate and completed on time
• Assist participants with transfers, toileting, positioning, and daily support needs
• Support recreational, educational, and community-based activities
• Maintain adaptive equipment and ensure participant safety
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings

Qualifications

• Minimum 60 college credits in Education, Human Services, or a related field required
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to complete documentation accurately and timely
• Ability to safely lift, transfer, and assist participants as needed
• Must comply with all agency policies, compliance standards, and background screening requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, lift, push, pull, and assist participants throughout the workday
• Ability to safely perform transfers and respond to emergency situations
• Ability to maneuver adaptive equipment and occupied wheelchairs

Why Join Us?

• 1199 Union Benefits
• Stable Full-Time Schedule
• Meaningful Career in Human Services
• Paid Training & Professional Growth
• Supportive Team Environment

Apply today and help make a difference in the lives of others!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.41 - $20.49 per hour

Experience:

• working with the developmentally disable: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Staten Island, NY 10303 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Staten Island, NY 10303: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person