Full-Time

Employment Specialist

Substance Use/Mental Health Focus

Ability Beyond

Ability Beyond

501-1,000 employees

Nonprofit providing disability employment training

Compensation Overview

$45k/yr

Connecticut, USA + 3 more

More locations: Stamford, CT, USA | Bridgeport, CT, USA | Norwalk, CT, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
People & HR (1)
Required Skills
Computer Networking

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Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in psychology, human services, or a related field, or relevant experience.
  • A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
  • Strong communication, advocacy, and networking skills.
Responsibilities
  • Support individuals in building work readiness, job skills, and self-esteem through person-centered on-the-job coaching and individualized placement.
  • Provide guidance in goal setting, resume building, interview preparation, and developing soft skills that promote emotional well-being and workplace success.
  • Partner with employers and community organizations to create inclusive, recovery-friendly employment opportunities.
  • Offer consistent follow-up, encouragement, and advocacy to help individuals maintain employment and stability.
  • Identify job opportunities, develop soft skills, and network with different departments or companies.
  • Complete required documentation accurately and conduct follow-up visits to ensure success.

Ability Beyond helps adults with disabilities live, work, and participate in their communities. It runs job training, placement, supported living, and enrichment programs in Connecticut and New York, and supports nationwide employment through Disability Solutions. It differentiates itself with a 60-year track record, a strong NY/CT regional footprint, and a national affiliate that extends its impact. Its goal is to give people with disabilities opportunities to work, live independently, and age with dignity.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bethel, Connecticut

Founded

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The 2026 Horry County residential expansion shows active geographic growth.
  • Ability Beyond won a 2026 state grant for Bethel roof replacement.
  • OPWDD wage increases lifted New York pay roughly 19% and cut vacancies.

What critics are saying

  • A 2025 police investigation cited employee misuse of disabled clients' funds.
  • New York still has a waitlist above 2,000 people, straining growth and retention.
  • Dependence on DDS and OPWDD funding leaves expansion hostage to state approvals.

What makes Ability Beyond unique

  • Ability Beyond serves 3,000 people across Connecticut and New York with continuum care.
  • Its Disability Solutions arm placed 888 people in jobs during fiscal 2025.
  • It runs residential, outpatient, and employment services, including 130 employer partners.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet Insurance

Paid Vacation

Mental Health Support

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Company News

The Conway Bulletin
Aug 30th, 2025
Ability Beyond to Host Annual Golf, Tennis & Pickleball Tournament

Ability Beyond to host annual Golf, Tennis & Pickleball Tournament.

Hearst Connecticut Media Group
Apr 30th, 2024
New Milford nonprofit employee misused $20K in disabled clients' funds, police say

The nonprofit, Ability Beyond, started an investigation after receiving reports that an employee was "misusing disabled clients' funds," according to police.

Patch Media
Apr 12th, 2024
Bethel Nonprofit Scores Huge State Grant

Ability Beyond Disability in Bethel has been awarded $386,000 for the removal and replacement of the roof atop the organization's HQ.

Patch Media
Nov 13th, 2023
Ridgefield Resident Among Those Honored For Mental Health Advocacy

Ability Beyond's Autumn Mental Health Breakfast raised nearly $100,000 for regional services.