• Direct Support Floater

    Ability Beyond (Newtown, CT)


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

    Shifts Available:

    + TH 10P-9A, F & SAT 9P-9A (35 hours/week Greater Danbury Area)

     

    Pay Rate:  $ 21 / hour

     

    At Ability Beyond, you’ll join a supportive, inclusive team that empowers individuals with disabilities to live full and independent lives. We’re currently seeking a compassionate and adaptable Enhanced Support Floater to provide reinforcement and relief to residential programs requiring additional support. This role involves rotating shifts across multiple locations in the Greater Danbury area.

    Responsibilities:

    + Support individuals with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities in a residential group home setting

    + Provide assistance with daily living activities, including cooking, cleaning, bathing, dressing, and other hands-on personal care

    + Assist with transportation to medical appointments, community outings, and recreational activities

    + Encourage community integration through participation in work, volunteer opportunities, and social events

    + Promote positive behavior through reinforcement strategies, goal setting, and skill-building

    + Accurately complete electronic and physical documentation, including individualized daily case notes

    + Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team including nurses, behaviorists, nutritionists, and other specialists

    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

    + Flexible work schedules and overtime available that allow for work life balance

    + Access to an Employee Assistant 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

    + A p ersonal vehicle

    + Willingness to learn

    + Minimum of 1-year previous experience

    To see a day in the life our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro