Direct Care Professional - $20.25/Hour

At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful!

WE ARE EXCITED TO BE HIRING DIRECT CARE STAFF FOR OUR RESIDENTIAL GROUP HOMES

Location: Westchester County, NY (Various Locations)

Hours: We offer guaranteed set schedules including 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts, and weekends!

Pay Rate: $20.25 / hour

At Ability Beyond, we believe in acceptance, celebration, and in supporting adults with disabilities to live full and meaningful lives. Join us in transforming the lives of individuals in our welcoming and supportive group home settings. Our programs provide personalized support for adults with a wide range of needs-whether it's assistance with daily living tasks, personal care, or encouragement to be active in their communities. In this role, you'll make a direct difference by helping each person live with dignity, comfort, and purpose.

What You'll Do:

• Working with individuals with developmental/intellectual and physical disabilities in a residential group home
• Helping adults with disabilities with daily living such as cooking, cleaning, and hands-on care
• Provide support with personal care and hygiene when needed, including dressing, bathing, and toileting
• Assisting with transportation to and from appointments or on outings
• Immersing individuals with disabilities into the community to participate in work and volunteer activities such as attending sporting events or participating in recreational activities
• Assisting with positive behavior reinforcement, goal planning, and socialization skills
• Ensure proper electronic and physical documentation of daily individualized case notes
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team that includes nurses, behaviorists, & nutritionists to deliver well-rounded care

Perks and Benefits:

• Extensive paid training and nationally recognized certification programs
• Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
• Paid time off (increases over years of service)
• Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
• PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
• NYS Healthcare Worker Bonus eligibility
• Flexible work schedules and overtime available that allow for work life balance
• Access to an Employee Assistant Program including mental health resources
• Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives
• Accredited certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other specialties
• Employee mentorship program
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Driver's License is required
• Willingness to learn, no experience needed

To see a day in the life our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro