Direct Care/Caregiver

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

Location: Westchester County, NY (various locations available)

Hours: 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts, weekends and per diem also available

Pay Rate: $17/hr and $2000 sign/on retention bonus for full-time

Responsibilities:

• 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
• Assisting with transportation needs for individuals 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

Benefits:

• Extensive paid training and certification program
• 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