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Community Habilitation Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

The position will require flexibility with beginning and end times, depending on the habilitation ... community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology ...

The position will require flexibility with beginning and end times, depending on the habilitation ... community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology ...

Self Directed Staff

Canandaigua, NY · On-site

$17 - $25/hr

Self Directed Community Habilitation Specialist and/or Respite Worker Location: Community based Pay Rate: Respite: $15.50 - $19.00 per hour Com Hab: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour The rate of pay is ...

The position will require flexibility with beginning and end times, depending on the habilitation ... community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology ...

The position will require flexibility with beginning and end times, depending on the habilitation ... community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology ...

The position will require flexibility with beginning and end times, depending on the habilitation ... community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology ...

The position will require flexibility with beginning and end times, depending on the habilitation ... community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology ...

DSP Day Services

Rochester, NY

$14.75 - $18/hr

Work directly with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a day habilitation ... community they work in.

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How much do community habilitation jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for community habilitation in Rochester, NY is $17.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is community habilitation?

A Community Habilitation job involves supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in building life skills, independence, and social connections. Workers assist with tasks like personal care, communication, household management, and community engagement. The goal is to help individuals achieve greater autonomy and improve their quality of life. Services are typically provided in the person's home or in community settings, based on their specific needs and goals.

What does a community habilitation worker do?

A typical day as a Community Habilitation staff member involves working one-on-one or in small groups with individuals to build daily living skills, encourage social integration, and support personal goals. Tasks may include assisting with activities such as cooking, shopping, using public transportation, and facilitating participation in community events. You will also be responsible for tracking progress, completing documentation, and communicating updates to supervisors and family members. While every day may bring different challenges based on clients’ needs, the work is rewarding and focuses on empowering individuals to reach their highest level of independence.

What skills and qualifications are needed for community habilitation?

To thrive as a Community Habilitation staff member, you need knowledge of developmental disabilities, behavior modification principles, and basic healthcare, typically supported by a high school diploma or relevant human services experience. Familiarity with individualized service plans (ISPs), case documentation systems, and sometimes certifications like CPR/First Aid are often required. Strong interpersonal communication, patience, and reliability are crucial soft skills. These competencies enable you to effectively support individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence and successful integration into their communities.

How to become a community habilitation worker?

To become a community habilitation worker, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, and some roles may require relevant experience or certification in disability services or social work. Many employers prefer candidates with strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Certification programs or training in person-centered planning and behavior management can enhance job prospects.

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Infographic showing various Community Habilitation job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,328 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Habilitation Specialist 1

New York State

Rochester, NY • On-site

$53K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


New York State rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 188 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 50 rated states


Job description

Duties Description Function as a program clinician in the development, implementation, and monitoring of all aspects of CFA. Job duties will include, but not be limited to: the direct provision of Active Treatment Services, ensuring DDSCOTA staff implement service delivery plans and required documentation. The position will require flexibility with beginning and end times, depending on the habilitation services and support needs.

The selected candidate must have the ability to drive from one location to another and have the ability to transport people in multiple sized vehicles. The person will be assigned to the ITO. SHIFT/PASS DAYS: 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Wednesday Saturday/Sunday Pass https://www.linkedin.com/company/nys-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities/posts/?feedView=all #LI-PS1 Minimum Qualifications Competitive: Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the current Civil Service Eligible List for this title

Open Competitive Qualifications: A Bachelor's or higher-level degree in a human services field.* *For the purpose of these qualifications, a degree in a human service field includes the professional disciplines of audiology, community mental health, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, social work, speech/language pathology and therapeutic recreation (including concentrations in art, creative art, dance, drama, music, or physical education.) Also included are related academic disciplines associated with the study of human behavior (e.g., gerontology, human services, sociology, speech communication); or human skills development (e.g., counseling/guidance, education, human development.) Examples of non-qualifying degrees include but are not limited to: criminal justice, political science, liberal arts, and business. Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm. Additional Comments This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment

This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status.

If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee. The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies. Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures

If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume. All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.

If you are employed by state government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice

Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Reasonable Accommodation Unit at (518) 486-7222 or email accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms. Savings programs such as the U.S

Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan. Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses. Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.

Life insurance and Disability insurance. The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. Paid Holidays and Leave: Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.

Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially. Five (5) days paid personal leave each year. Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year.

Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events. Health Care Coverage: Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.

Paid Parental Leave: Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. A qualifying event is defined as the birth of a child or placement of a child for adoption or foster care. Retirement Program: Participate in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation.

Professional Development and Education and Training: NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit https://oer.ny.gov/training-and-professional-development. Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure

For more information, please visit https://oer.ny.gov/public-service-workshops-program-pswp. OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees

With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

***All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.*** Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.


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