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Ability Beyond Caregiver/Direct Support Professional - Greater Bristol Area in Waterbury, Connecticut

At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful!Locations: Several programs available across the Greater Bristol areaHours: 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

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