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Ability Beyond

Nonprofit providing disability employment training

Direct Support Professional

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBeacon, NY, USA$20.25 - $20.75 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
  • No prior experience is required; willingness to learn is required, and paid training is provided.
  • Applicants should be compassionate, dependable, and motivated to support others.

Responsibilities

  • Provide hands-on support for individuals with medical and light behavioral needs in a 14-bed medically frail group home.
  • Assist adults with disabilities with daily living activities, including cooking, cleaning, hygiene, dressing, mobility, and personal care.
  • Support individuals with bathing, toileting, medication reminders, meal planning, budgeting, communication, and independent living skills.
  • Provide transportation to medical appointments, errands, community outings, and recreational activities.
  • Encourage participation in volunteer opportunities, fitness programs, Special Olympics, sporting events, crafts, and other community-based activities.
  • Implement positive behavior reinforcement strategies and use de-escalation techniques when needed.
  • Assist with goal planning, progress tracking, socialization, and skill development to support individualized care plans.
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including nurses, behaviorists, nutritionists, and other clinical professionals to provide comprehensive care.
  • Maintain accurate electronic and physical documentation of daily case notes, services provided, progress, and activities.

About the Company

Ability Beyond

Nonprofit providing disability employment training

Ability Beyond helps adults with disabilities live full, independent lives by providing job training, placement, supported living, and recreational and educational programs in Connecticut and New York, with nationwide employment support through Disability Solutions. It works by designing personalized plans and running community-based employment training, placement, living supports, and enrichment programs guided by staff to help individuals work, find housing, and participate in community life. The organization stands apart through its combination of employment services, housing support, and community participation, backed by a 60-year history, a large NY/CT footprint, national recognition, and a nationwide affiliate network. Its goal is to ensure people with disabilities have opportunities to work, live independently, and age with dignity in a place they can call home.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
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Headquarters
Bethel, CT
Founded
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