Westerly RI | Independent Living Skills Trainer – Calm, Respectful Support with ABI Resources

ABI RESOURCES; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Supportive team culture

Job summary

ABI RESOURCES in Westerly, Rhode Island, is hiring an Independent Living Skills Trainer to provide compassionate support to individuals recovering from brain injuries. This role involves fostering emotional connections and assisting with daily living tasks, medical appointments, and promoting independence.

The ideal candidate possesses a high school diploma, experience in disability care, and a willingness to adapt to client needs. Join ABI RESOURCES for meaningful work in a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver's license.
• Experience in disability care is preferred but compassionate approach is crucial.
• Reference from a personal or professional contact required.

Responsibilities

• Provide calm, reliable assistance with daily tasks.
• Build supportive relationships without control, empowering clients.
• Assist with personal hygiene and meal preparation.

Skills

Compassionate Caregiving

Adaptability

Strong Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Reliable transportation

Job description

Independent Living Skills Trainer – Calm, Respectful Support with ABI Resources

Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts available)

With ABI Resources, our mission is to provide a calm, balanced, and understanding environment for individuals recovering from brain injuries, strokes, and TBIs. We inspire and support our clients without ever being controlling. We create an atmosphere of trust and guidance, empowering clients to grow and regain independence while ensuring their safety and well‑being.

As an Independent Living Skills Trainer (ILST), Recovery Assistant (RA), Companion, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Personal Care Assistant (PCA), you will be a crucial part of our team, offering calm, consistent care while fostering understanding and growth. Your role is to guide clients with empathy and help them navigate challenges, providing the stability they need.

The Ideal Candidate

• Certainty – You provide stability and balance, helping clients feel secure as they work through their challenges.
• Variety – You thrive on everyday changes and adapt to clients’ unique needs.
• Significance – You take pride in improving clients’ lives through interaction and daily tasks.
• Love and Connection – You build genuine relationships, offering emotional and social support without control.
• Growth – You seek to develop your caregiving skills while helping others regain independence.
• Contribution – You find fulfillment in contributing to the well‑being and recovery of others.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Consistent Support: Provide calm, reliable assistance with daily tasks, supporting clients’ structure and progress.
• Professional Friendship: Build supportive relationships without control, empowering clients with emotional and practical support.
• Daily Living Assistance: Assist with personal hygiene, meal preparation, and maintaining a clean, organized living environment.
• Health and Wellness Management: Help clients manage medical appointments and encourage physical and social activity.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Ideally 2‑3 years in disability care; compassion and an understanding approach are most important.
• Requirements: A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, proof of insurance, and a reference from a personal or professional contact.
• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.

Why Choose ABI Resources

• Supportive Team Culture: Collaboration, respect, and open communication.
• Flexible Scheduling: Full‑time, part‑time, weekday, and weekend shifts.
• Meaningful Work: Direct impact on improving the quality of life for those we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employment

At ABI Resources, we believe in diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a team that reflects the unique individuals we serve, with an emphasis on equal opportunity for all.

For more information and to apply, please visit ABI Resources.

Locations We Serve

Andover, Ansonia, Ashford, Avon, Barkhamsted, Beacon Falls, Berlin, Bethany, Bethel, Bethlehem, Bloomfield, Bolton, Bozrah, Branford, Bridgeport, Bridgewater, Bristol, Brookfield, Brooklyn, Burlington, Canaan, Canterbury, Canton, Chaplin, Cheshire, Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Colebrook, Columbia, Cornwall, Coventry, Cromwell, Danbury, Darien, Deep River, Derby, Durham, Eastford, East Granby, East Haddam, East Hampton, East Hartford, East Haven, East Lyme, Easton, East Windsor, Ellington, Enfield, Essex, Fairfield, Farmington, Franklin, Glastonbury, Goshen, Granby, Greenwich, Griswold, Groton, Guilford, Haddam, Hamden, Hampton, Hartford, Hartland, Harwinton, Hebron, Kent, Killingly, Killingworth, Lebanon, Ledyard, Lisbon, Litchfield, Lyme, Madison, Manchester, Mansfield, Marlborough, Meriden, Middlebury, Middlefield, Middletown, Milford, Monroe, Montville, Morris, Naugatuck, New Britain, New Canaan, New Fairfield, New Hartford, New Haven, Newington, New London, New Milford, Newtown, Norfolk, North Branford, North Canaan, North Haven, North Stonington, Norwalk, Norwich, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, Orange, Oxford, Plainfield, Plainville, Plymouth, Pomfret, Portland, Preston, Prospect, Putnam, Redding, Ridgefield, Rocky Hill, Roxbury, Salem, Salisbury, Scotland, Seymour, Sharon, Shelton, Sherman, Simsbury, Somers, Southbury, Southington, South Windsor, Sprague, Stafford, Stamford, Sterling, Stonington, Stratford, Suffield, Thomaston, Thompson, Tolland, Torrington, Trumbull, Union, Vernon, Voluntown, Wallingford, Warren, Washington, Waterbury, Waterford, Watertown, Westbrook, West Hartford, West Haven, Weston, Westport, Wethersfield, Willington, Wilton, Winchester, Windham, Windsor, Windsor Locks, Wolcott, Woodbridge, Woodbury, Woodstock.