Ability Beyond Careers

Behaviorist Opportunities

Location: Danbury, CT
Positions Available: 2 (BCBA or Behavioral Supports Clinician)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM (Flexible)
Starting Salary: BSC: $45,240 / year with 1 year experience

Join Our Team at Ability Beyond!

At Ability Beyond, we believe in celebrating diversity, fostering inclusivity, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. We’re seeking passionate professionals to join our Behavioral Supports Team in the Danbury, CT region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Innovative Strategy Design: Develop and implement creative behavioral support strategies tailored for individuals in our group homes.
• Individualized Behavioral Plans: Create and oversee specialized plans for those with developmental disabilities and mental health needs.
• Developmental Disabilities and Autism Leadership: Lead support plan development for individuals with Developmental Disabilities and provide staff education.
• Clinical Documentation Excellence: Maintain meticulous clinical documentation in accordance with best practices.
• Collaborative Planning: Partner with families, treatment providers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Intake and Discharge Participation: Engage in intake and discharge processes to promote positive outcomes for individuals.
• Team Engagement: Collaborate with a dynamic team committed to creating a vibrant and supportive community.

Benefits:

• Extensive paid training and certification programs
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
• Paid time off that increases with years of service
• Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
• PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources
• Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field; candidates pursuing post-graduate degrees considered. BCBA preferred. Someone with ABA experience on track for a BCBA is also considered.
• Minimum two years of experience working with mental health populations.
• Combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Ability to balance autonomy with effective teamwork.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resilience in managing diverse interaction styles.

Why Join Us?

As a BCBA or Behavioral Supports Clinician at Ability Beyond, you will provide clinical oversight for our residential, vocational, and in-home programs, working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. Your role will encompass individualized behavior planning, treatment integrity monitoring, staff training, and ongoing collaboration with providers and program funders.

Watch Our Team in Action: To see a day in the life of our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video: Day in the Life Video