Disability Advocate – Community Programs

Join a Mission-Driven Team Making Real Impact

Ability Advocates provides person-centered services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our work focuses on meaningful community engagement, employment opportunities, independence, and dignity.

We are not a passive day program — we are an active, community-based organization that believes in growth, accountability, and building real-world skills.

If you are dependable, compassionate, and motivated to make a difference while maintaining high professional standards, we would love to meet you.

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide hands-on, community-based support in:

• Supported Community Connections
• Supported Employment & Job Coaching
• Skill-building and independence development

This role is active, relationship-based, and requires emotional intelligence, strong boundaries, and consistent follow-through.

You will be responsible for maintaining client safety, dignity, and program integrity at all times.

• Supervise and support individuals in community and employment settings
• Provide job coaching and workplace skill development
• Safely transport clients to activities and job sites
• Implement individualized behavior and support plans
• Maintain professional boundaries and follow supervision expectations
• Complete accurate and timely documentation
• Support social engagement, life skills, and independence

• Toileting and hygiene assistance
• Feeding and meal support
• Mobility assistance and transfers
• Personal care and dressing

The right candidate:

• Is reliable and punctual
• Is comfortable providing hands-on care
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Can manage transitions and unexpected changes calmly
• Maintains strong boundaries
• Works well on a team
• Understands that supervision and safety are non-negotiable
• Is growth-oriented and open to feedback

This role is not sedentary. It involves community outings, walking, lifting, problem-solving, and active engagement throughout the day.

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Reliable vehicle and active insurance
• Ability to pass background check
• CPR/First Aid certified (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience in special education, behavioral health, or I/DD services preferred but not required
• Willingness to complete ongoing training

• $18–$24 per hour (based on experience and role responsibilities)
• Paid training
• Ongoing professional development
• Opportunities for leadership and advancement within the organization

Ability Advocates is an inclusive, affirming workplace. We proudly serve and employ individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities. We are LGBTQ+-affirming and transgender-safe. All staff are required to complete inclusion training and actively maintain a respectful and welcoming environment.

• Accountability
• Equity
• Client choice
• Professional boundaries
• Team collaboration
• Continuous improvement