Location: Ability Beyond - Based in the Greater Danbury Area
Salary: $62,500 per year
Schedule: Flexible, Sunday-Saturday, typically 9 AM – 5 PM
About Ability Beyond:
At Ability Beyond, we empower individuals with disabilities to reach their full potential. Join a supportive, impactful, and inclusive team where you’ll be celebrated for the difference you make every day. Our mission is fueled by compassion, dedication, and respect.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Residential Program Manager to join our collaborative and dynamic team within our Independent Living Program serving the Greater Danbury area.
This role supports individuals with people with disabilities who live independently in the community with varying levels of need. The Residential Program Manager plays a key role in ensuring these supports are effectively aligned, person-centered, and responsive.
The ideal candidate will be a strong, team-oriented leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to empowering individuals to maintain independence while ensuring their evolving needs are met through coordinated, high-quality services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership, supervision, and support to direct support staff, ensuring high-quality, person-centered services
- Oversee operations of independent living programs, ensuring safety, stability, and well-being of individuals served
- Coordinate services for individuals with varying needs.
- Serve as primary contact for families, guardians, vendors, and community stakeholders
- Address concerns proactively and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements
- Manage staff scheduling to align with individual service needs
- Participate in audits and quality assurance activities
- Advocate for individuals, promoting independence and access to appropriate supports
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
- Valid Driver’s License
- Experience in human services, with a background in direct care preferred; assistant manager experience a plus
- Flexibility to meet the needs of a varied schedule and commitment to DDS Developmental Disability Services
Why Join Ability Beyond?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ well-being and career growth, including:
- Extensive paid training and certification programs
- Generous benefits package covering medical, dental, vision, and even pet insurance
- Paid time off that increases with years of service
- Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
- Eligibility for PSLF loan forgiveness
- Employee Assistance Program offering mental health resources
- Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives
At Ability Beyond, you’ll find a workplace where your contributions are valued, and your growth is supported. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others in an environment that values acceptance and celebrates success.
Apply today to be part of a team that believes in abilities beyond limits!
Watch Our Team in Action: To see a day in the life of our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video: Day in the Life Video 
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