Assistant Program Manager - Human Services/Independent Living

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

Location(s): Danbury

Schedule: TUE-SAT 12P-8P (40 hours weekly)

Pay Rate: $20.25 / hour

We are hosting a virtual job fair Via ZOOM on Wednesday, April 10, 2023, from 9:00AM- 2:00PM. All candidates are welcome to apply and attend as either a scheduled interview or virtual walk in!

Zoom Video - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89379440759

Responsibilities:

• Team Collaboration and Leadership: Collaborate with direct care staff to oversee day-to-day operations in the group home or program location; assist the Residential Program Manager in guiding and mentoring the team.

• Comprehensive Administrative Support: Drive efficient scheduling, documentation, and assist in creating individualized programs or goals for individuals served.

• Goal-Oriented Support: Empower individuals in independent living settings to achieve personal milestones. Attend annual meetings, address the need for new goals or changing goals, update paperwork considering unique preferences & abilities, and implement incidental teaching.

• Community Integration Leadership: Assist in community integration and enhanced life skills instruction for individuals served; create opportunities for engagement in work, recreation, leisure, and completion of errands.

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

• Access to an Employee Assistance 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

• 2 years of related experience

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

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

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