Residential Life Coach
Location: New Milford, CT, United States
Schedule: Full Time
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Description
Empower Lives on the Move as a Residential Life Coach at Ability Beyond!
Locations:
Danbury, Ridgefield, New Milford, and Norwalk, CT
Danbury, Ridgefield, New Milford, and Norwalk, CT
Pay Rate:
$19.00 - $19.50 /hour
$19.00 - $19.50 /hour
Schedule:
Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available
Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities 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.
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.
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.
- No experience needed!
- 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.
