Behavior Support Clinician
$45.2k - $55.2k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's, Master's
Bethel, CT, USA
In PersonGreater Danbury Area; local travel required.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryMental & Behavioral Health
About the job
Requirements
- A master's degree in a related field, or a bachelor's degree with enrollment in a post-graduate program.
- Two or more years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or acquired brain injuries is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to analyze data and provide constructive coaching and feedback.
Responsibilities
- Create and implement behavior support plans that promote growth, independence, and success.
- Review data, track outcomes, and refine strategies to support progress.
- Mentor and empower staff to deliver high-quality, person-centered care.
- Collaborate with families, clinicians, and providers to support each individual's goals.
- Welcome new individuals and help them transition smoothly into programs.
- Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and planning sessions to promote success.
- Encourage safety, well-being, and best practices across programs.
- Foster a collaborative, positive, and growth-focused team culture.
- Observe staff supporting individuals in daily routines, celebrate achievements, and update plans to enhance outcomes.
- Guide and mentor staff, work with families and providers, and collaborate with the team to solve challenges.
About the company
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
- DMHAS grants will more than double Ability Beyond's recovery-employment caseload in 2026.
- A May 2026 news update says the agency is expanding Community Companion Home services.
- Fundraising remains strong: 2026 events and 2025 breakfasts raised more than $250,000 combined.
What critics are saying
- A 2025 police investigation found an employee misused $20,000 of disabled clients' funds.
- The case damages trust with families, regulators, and state payors overseeing vulnerable adults.
- Any additional abuse allegation can trigger audits, contract reviews, and executive turnover within months.
What makes Ability Beyond unique
- Ability Beyond runs Connecticut and New York disability, mental-health, and recovery employment programs.
- Its Community Companion Home model opens private homes to people with disabilities.
- Project SEARCH and Individual Placement services create employer-facing job pipelines across Connecticut.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Mental Health Support
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Options