Job Description
Description Empower Lives on the Move as a Residential Life Coach at Ability Beyond!
Locations:
Danbury, Ridgefield, and New Milford CT
Pay Rate:
$19.00 - $19.50 /hour
Schedule:
Full-Time Day and Evening shifts available!
About Ability Beyond:
At Ability Beyond, we believe everyone deserves the chance to live a fulfilling and independent life. Our dynamic and supportive team empowers individuals with disabilities to build their skills, achieve their goals, and thrive. Join us to make a meaningful impact while being part of a culture that celebrates and supports you every day.
Your Role as a Life Skills Instructor:
You will assist adults with disabilities in developing the skills necessary for greater independence in residential or community settings. You'll oversee a caseload of individuals and provide ongoing support, both in their homes and in the community.
What You'll Do:
- Daily Living Support: Help with cooking, cleaning, and transportation to appointments.
- Skill Development: Work with individuals to achieve their personalized goals based on their abilities and preferences.
- Case Management: work on individualized goals, work with Psycho Educational Services to work on symptom management and recreation/community-based opportunities.
- Community Engagement: Encourage participation in activities like sports, movies, shopping, crafts, walking in the park, and other enjoyable experiences. Creativity is welcome to make each day meaningful!
- Promote Independence: Provide training and opportunities to enhance their independence within integrated community settings.
Requirements:
- MUST have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- MUST have a valid driver's license.
- This is a more independent role - requires someone who takes initiative and enjoys working and building relationships
Benefits We Offer:
- Paid training and accredited certifications (direct care, leadership, and more).
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and even pet insurance.
- Generous paid time off (with increases over years of service).
- Self-directed 403B retirement plans and PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program, including mental health resources.
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
- A supportive mentorship program and opportunities for growth.
- A workplace where teamwork and appreciation thrive.
What You'll Find at Ability Beyond:
- A culture that celebrates your impact and fosters personal and professional growth.
- A supportive environment where you can make a difference every day.
See the Difference You'll Make:
Watch a Day in the Life at Ability Beyond!
Job Tags
Full time, Day shift, Afternoon shift,