Ability Beyond Careers

Description

At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful!

Locations: Several programs available across the Greater Bristol area and Greater Danbury Area

Hours: Day and evening. One weekend day availability is a must.

Pay Rate: $17.75/hour   

Responsibilities:    

• Collaborate with individuals with diverse medical & behavioral needs in a group home setting.
• Provide comprehensive support to adults with daily living activities, including hands-on care, cooking, & cleaning.
• Assisting individuals to & from appointments with utmost attention to their needs.
• Immerse people served into community engagement through participation in work & volunteer activities, such as the Special Olympics.
• Offer assistance in positive behavior reinforcement, goal planning, & enhancement of socialization skills.
• Ensure detailed electronic & physical documentation of individualized case notes on a daily basis.
• Work seamlessly with nurses, behaviorists, & nutritionists to provide holistic and individualized care.

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
• Employee mentorship program
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork

Qualifications:       

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Willingness to learn, no experience needed.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, or Bosnian a plus!

To see a day in the life of our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro