Direct Support Floater

Ability Beyond; Stony Hill (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Accredited certification programs

Comprehensive benefits including мед

Job summary

Ability Beyond in the Greater Danbury area is seeking a Direct Support Floater to assist adults with diverse needs in residential and community settings. You will help individuals build life skills, stay active, and participate in their communities as part of a mission-driven team.

The role offers guaranteed full-time schedules across multiple programs, a starting pay of $21 per hour, comprehensive benefits, paid training, and opportunities to grow within a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year previous experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to learn; paid training is provided.
• Compassionate, dependable, and motivated to support others.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with daily living activities, including cooking, cleaning, hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
• Assist with personal care and medication reminders as needed.
• Help individuals develop independent living skills like budgeting, communication, and meal planning.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments, errands, and community events.
• Encourage participation in social, recreational, and volunteer activities.
• Implement behavioral support strategies and escalation techniques when needed.
• Collaborate with nurses, behaviorists, nutritionists, and other clinical team members to provide well-rounded care.
• Assist with goal planning, progress tracking, and documenting services.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, progress, and daily activities.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Motivated to support others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Floater

Pay Rate: $21 per hour Locations: Multiple programs across the Greater Danbury Area Schedule: Guaranteed set full time schedules available including first, second, and third shifts!

Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day

At Ability Beyond, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. As a Direct Support Floater, you will support adults with intellectual, developmental, physical, and behavioral health needs in both residential and community settings. You will play an important role in helping individuals build life skills, achieve personal goals, and remain active in their communities while being part of a supportive and mission driven team.

What You Will Do

• Provide hands on support with daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, hygiene, dressing, and mobility

• Assistwith personal care, including bathing, toileting, and medication reminders as needed

• Support individuals in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, communication, and meal planning

• Provide transportation to medical appointments, errands, and community outings

• Encourage participation in social, recreational, and volunteer activities such as fitness, crafts, Special Olympics, and community events

• Implement behavioral support strategies and usede escalation techniques when needed

• Collaborate with nurses, behaviorists, nutritionists, and other clinical team members to provide well rounded care

• Assistwith goal planning, progress tracking, and skill development

• Maintainaccurate documentation of services, progress, and daily activities

What You Will Need

• Minimum of 1-year previous experience
• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• Willingness to learn, paid training is provided

• Compassionate, dependable, and motivated to support others

Why You Will Love This Role

This is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to make a real difference. You will help individuals gain confidence, build independence, and live meaningful lives whilegrowingyourown career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Perks and Benefits

• Paid training and accredited certification programs

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance

• Generous paid time offthat increaseswith tenure

• 403(b) retirement plan and PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility

• Employee Assistance Program with mental health and wellness support

• Career growth, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities

• Flexible schedules and overtime opportunities in select programs

• An inclusive workplace committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

See the Impact Firsthand

Watch a day in the life at Ability Beyond: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro

Join Ability Beyond, where you can be accepted, celebrated, and truly impactful.

Ability Beyond is committed toprovidingequal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, ensuring that no individual is discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.