Transportation Aide

Direct Care Danbury, Connecticut Waterbury, Connecticut


Description

At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful! 
Location(s): Based out of Bethel, but route is to and from Stamford
Hours: Monday - Friday 7am-10am break 2pm - 5pm (30 hours, full-time) 
Pay Rate: $16.00/hour

Responsibilities: 
  • Accompany driver on school route
  • Monitor student during transit
  • Assist with loading and unloading of student
  • Receive training on addressing medical emergencies
  • Ensure safe loading and unloading procedures
Benefits:  
  • Extensive paid training and certification program
  • Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
  • Paid time off (increases over years of service)
  • Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
  • PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources.
  • Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives
  • Accredited certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other specialties
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork
Qualifications:
  • Valid driver's license
  • High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
To see a day in the life of our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video:
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro