Community Habilitation Instructor

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Join Our Team – Earn Up to $22 as a Fully Trained Community Habilitation Instructor! Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference in people’s lives? At Living Resources, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to live with dignity, independence, and happiness. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll be part of a compassionate team that works hand‑in‑hand with families to provide exceptional care and peace of mind.

• Competitive Pay – Earn up to $22/hour (based on experience)
• Rewarding Work – Be the reason someone thrives every day
• Growth Opportunities – We invest in your professional development
• Supportive Team Culture – Work with a team that values inclusion, innovation, mentorship, personal growth, self‑determination, and collaboration

• Provide support to the individual which will enable the person to participate in community and social activities
• Support individual with building relationships, increase independence and make informed choices
• Explore new experiences (socialization, leisure time use, and self‑improvement) for the individual to learn about life as a participating and contributing community member
• Ensure the individual’s health and safety; assist with transportation to medical appointments as needed
• Act as a positive role model to the individual and to the community; always treat the individual with dignity and respect
• Complete all appropriate documentation within the established time frames
• Participate in meetings as required, including meetings with Assistant Director of Community Living, team meetings, and upon request at Life Plan meetings
• Attend mandated trainings and yearly refreshers with Community Living administrative staff
• Adhere to agency Personal Policies and Practices

• Compassionate & Kind‑Hearted – you genuinely care about others
• Team Player – you thrive in a collaborative environment
• Patient & Adaptable – you can handle changing workdays with ease
• Reliable & Attentive – you’re dependable and detail‑oriented
• Eager to Learn & Grow – you’re always looking to develop new skills

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Able to work with minimal supervision in the community
• Proficient with use of technology, including use of laptops, tablets, cell phones, and various Electronic Health Record systems
• A valid Driver’s License
• Reliable Transportation – must be willing to use personal vehicle to support our individuals; mileage reimbursement provided

Shifts:

Part‑time preferred, can build caseload up to Full‑time hours – Afternoon, Evenings or Weekends preferred available. Locations:
Albany, Latham, Voorheesville and Schenectady.

We offer excellent benefits including Health (we cover 100% of deductible costs for Health Insurance), Dental and Vision insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, Payment in lieu of Health insurance, Tuition Assistance and Retirement Programs. Opportunities to grow within the Agency!

$17 – $22/hour