2026 Habilitation Counselor

Dayforce

3 days ago

New York$21.39/hrFull TimeDevelopmental Disabilities Counseling

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Dayforce as a Habilitation Counselor – Generous Benefits in United States. ENERGETIC, MOTIVATED, CARING INDIVIDUALS WANTED! Are you looking for a career where you can truly make a difference?

Key Responsibilities

-, along with daily documentation and participation in planning services and activities.

Benefits & Compensation

Hourly rate: $21.39/hr.

401(k) with employer match.

Student loan repayment assistance.

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Night or evening shifts may be required.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Dayforce in United States.

Key Skills

Behavioral supportDaily living assistanceDocumentationData collectionTherapeutic activitiesCommunity integrationRBT trainingPsychiatric supportHousehold managementInterpersonal skills

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, or Sociology and possess a clean, valid New York State driver’s license. The role requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and proficiency in computer-based documentation.

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates 2026 Habilitation Counselor at Dayforce a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Developmental Disabilities Counseling physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Developmental Disabilities Counseling — Physician Career Context

This Developmental Disabilities Counseling position at Dayforce is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $21 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in New York.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Behavioral support, Daily living assistance, Documentation, Data collection, Therapeutic activities, Community integration, RBT training, Psychiatric support. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Developmental Disabilities Counseling role.

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Benefits package: Shift Differentials for Evening, Overnight, and Weekend Shifts, Health Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Vacation Time, Parental Leave, Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

About WeekdayDoc

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