Habilitation Specialist in Phoenix, Arizona at Home Assist Health

Job Summary

Home Assist Health is seeking a reliable, compassionate, and motivated Habilitation Specialist to provide individualized support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area.

This field-based position focuses on helping individuals develop daily living skills, increase independence, and achieve goals outlined in their Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP). The ideal candidate enjoys working directly with people, promoting community inclusion, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized habilitation services in members' homes and community settings.
• Implement Person-Centered Support Plans (PCSPs) and individualized skill-building goals.
• Teach daily living skills, including personal care, communication, social skills, and independent living.
• Support community integration through outings, recreational activities, and social participation.
• Apply positive behavior support, prompting, reinforcement, and skill-building strategies.
• Promote member choice, dignity, independence, and self-determination.
• Monitor and report changes in member behavior, health, safety, or environment.
• Build positive relationships with members and their families.
• Complete accurate electronic service notes, documenting member participation and progress after every session.
• Follow Arizona DDD, AHCCCS, HCBS, HIPAA, and agency documentation requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Valid Arizona driver's license and reliable personal transportation.
• Arizona Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card or willingness to obtain.
• CPR, First Aid, and Article 9 certification or willingness to complete required training.
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and commitment to person-centered care.
• Ability to work independently and maintain flexible availability across assigned service areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), Habilitation Specialist, Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), or Caregiver.
• Familiarity with Arizona DDD, AHCCCS, or Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS).
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), positive behavior support, or habilitation goal implementation.
• Experience with electronic documentation systems such as AxisCare.

Additional Information

• Service Areas: Central Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale, and surrounding communities.
• Travel: Reliable personal transportation required. Paid travel time reimbursement provided per company policy.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and participate in activities requiring sitting, standing, and walking.
• Direct Reports: None.
• Classification: Non-Exempt (FLSA).

Classification

This position is classified as non-exempt as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• May require sitting or standing for long periods of time.

Direct Reports

None.