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At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful!. Immersing individuals into the community to participate in work and volunteer activities such as Special Olympics. Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance). An interest in mental illness, psychology, and behaviors a plus!. Keywords: Direct Support Professional (DSP), Location: Danbury, CT - 06816

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At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful! Location(s): Several programs available across Danbury, Bethel, New Milford, and Ridgefield Hours: Day and evening - at least one weekend day availability required. Pay Rate: $17.75/ hour Responsibilities <ul><li>Empower individuals to achieve greater independence in residential and community settings</li><li> Assisting with transportation needs for individuals to and from appointments.</li><li> Immersing individuals into the community to participate in work and volunteer activities such as Special Olympics</li><li> Assisting with positive behavior reinforcement, goal planning, and socialization skills</li><li> Ensure proper electronic and physical documentation of daily individualized case notes.</li><li>Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team that includes nurses, behaviorists, & nutritionists! </li></ul>Benefits <ul><li> Extensive paid training and certification program</li><li> Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)</li><li> Paid time off (increases over years of service)</li><li> Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)</li><li> PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility</li><li> Access to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources.</li><li> Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives</li><li> Accredited certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other specialties</li><li> Employee mentorship program</li><li> Opportunities for growth and advancement</li><li> A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork </li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li> High school diploma or equivalent</li><li> Valid driver’s license is required.</li><li>An interest in mental illness, psychology, and behaviors a plus!</li><li>This is a more independent role - requires someone who takes initiative and enjoys building 1:1 relationship. </li></ul>To see a day in the life of our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro PandoLogic. Keywords: Direct Support Professional (DSP), Location: Danbury, CT - 06816

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