Cicelys

Experienced Community Habilitation (Com Hab) Staff – NYC & Long Island

Hourly Rate: $30–$32/hr (Based on Individual’s Self-Direction Budget)
Locations: Staten Island, Queens, Brooklyn & Long Island, NY

We are seeking experienced and reliable Community Habilitation (Com Hab) staff to work with teenagers and young adults with developmental disabilities through the OPWDD Self-Direction program in New York State.

We are currently hiring for multiple individuals and are especially looking for staff with experience in:

• American Sign Language (ASL) (Queens Location)

• (Brooklyn Location) - Experience with Autism 

• (Middletown, New York) - Experience with Autism

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centered, one-on-one support in the home or community

• Implement activities aligned with the individual's Community Habilitation Plan

• Support daily living skills, socialization, safety awareness, and community inclusion

• Use communication strategies such as ASL, AAC devices, or gestures based on the individual’s needs

• Engage in interest-based activities (e.g., basketball, digital art, music, or design)

• Ensure the individual’s safety, comfort, and dignity at all times

• Document sessions in accordance with OPWDD and program guidelines

Requirements:

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (autism experience strongly preferred)

• Fluency or working knowledge of ASL is highly desirable

• Background in sports, recreation, or creative arts is a plus

• High school diploma or GED required; relevant college coursework is preferred

• Ability to work independently and professionally

• Must have reliable transportation and ability to travel to service locations in Staten Island, Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island

• This position does NOT support visa sponsorship programs

Compensation:

• $30–$32 per hour, based on the individual’s approved Self-Direction budget

• Flexible, part-time hours tailored to the individual’s schedule

Employment Details:

• Hired staff will be employed through the individual’s Fiscal Intermediary (FI) as part of the NYS OPWDD Self-Direction program

• Staff must complete all required onboarding, training, and background checks as required by the Fiscal Intermediary

To Apply:

Please upload your resume and be prepared to submit at least two professional references upon request.
In your application, please highlight your experience in:

• Supporting individuals with autism

• Using American Sign Language (Queens Location)

• Engaging in sports or recreational activities

• Graphic design, digital media, or other creative skills

Cicely's Inc assists families by facilitating screenings and interviews; however, the hiring process is completed through the individual’s Fiscal Intermediary. We specialize in connecting parents, caregivers, and individuals with qualified respite and community habilitation staff. Our mission is to support children and adults in the neurodiversity community, enabling them to achieve their fullest potential at home and in their communities. If selected for this position, you will be hired through the fiscal intermediary associated with the individual. The applicant will be fingerprinted under the NYS Justice Center.