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Elevate Your Career - Transform Lives with ABI Resources in Connecticut
ABI Resources - Leading the Way in Home Disability Support Services
About Us:
At ABI Resources, we are redefining the landscape of disability support services in Connecticut. Our team comprises a diverse array of professionals, including caregivers, Independent Living Skills Trainers (ILSTs), Personal Care Assistants (PCAs), Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Companions, Recovery Assistants (RAs), Behavioral Health Specialists, and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). Each member brings unique skills and an unwavering commitment to providing top-tier care for individuals with disabilities.
Our Mission:
Our mission is to assist individuals recovering from brain injuries, strokes, and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) on their journey to recovery in the comfort of their homes. We foster a supportive and inclusive team culture where every member is valued and appreciated, directly contributing to the transformative care we provide to our clients across Connecticut.
Why Choose ABI Resources:
- Supportive Team Culture: We believe in open communication, collaboration, and inclusivity. Your ideas and perspectives are valued, creating a respectful and dignified work environment.
- Flexible Scheduling: We offer various scheduling options to suit your lifestyle, whether you’re seeking full-time or part-time roles, weekday or weekend schedules.
- Meaningful Work: Join us in making a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families in our community.
Collaborations and Partnerships:
At ABI Resources, we’re at the forefront of transforming disability support services in Connecticut. Our collaborations with the Connecticut Department of Social Services (CT DSS), Community Options, the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), and the Area Agencies on Aging in Southwestern and Western Connecticut (SWCAA and WCAAA) provide a robust network of resources and support. With Access Health and United Services, we deliver comprehensive solutions to communities statewide.
Our partnerships with esteemed educational and healthcare institutions such as HFSC, Gaylord, Griffin, UCONN, Yale, and Hartford Hospital, underscore our commitment to excellence. Together, we are pioneering a future where every individual has access to unparalleled care and support. This is where passion meets purpose. This is ABI Resources.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Comprehensive Support: Assist clients in all aspects of home and community life, ensuring safety and promoting independence.
- Professional Friendship: Establish a healthy, supportive bond with clients.
- Daily Living Assistance: Help with personal hygiene, dressing, and maintaining a clean, organized living space.
- Health and Wellness Management: Coordinate and attend medical appointments, encourage consistent exercise, and facilitate social activities.
Joining ABI Resources - What You Need:
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: Preferably 1 year in disability care (not mandatory).
- Requirements: Valid driver's license, personal car, proof of insurance, and minimum age of 18.
- References: Provide a recommendation from a personal or professional contact.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
ABI Resources proudly embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents various backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
Join Us:
We’re excited to welcome new team members who are passionate about making a difference. Thank you for considering ABI Resources. We look forward to meeting you.
Schedule Types:
- Full-time | Part-time
- Weekday and Weekend schedules available
- Shifts: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Preferably 1 year of experience working with disabilities (not required)
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance
- Minimum age of 18
- Pass a drug screening and background check
- Provide a letter from a personal or professional reference verifying experience
Apply Today and Make a Difference!
Locations We Serve:
Andover, 06232; Ansonia, 06401; Ashford, 06278; Avon, 06001; Barkhamsted, 06063; Beacon Falls, 06403; Berlin, 06037; Bethany, 06524; Bethel, 06801; Bethlehem, 06751; Bloomfield, 06002; Bolton, 06043; Bozrah, 06334; Branford, 06405; Bridgeport, 06604, 06605, 06606, 06607, 06608, 06610; Bridgewater, 06752; Bristol, 06010; Brookfield, 06804; Brooklyn, 06234; Burlington, 06013; Canaan, 06018; Canterbury, 06331; Canton, 06019; Chaplin, 06235; Cheshire, 06410; Chester, 06412; Clinton, 06413; Colchester, 06415; Colebrook, 06021; Columbia, 06237; Cornwall, 06753; Coventry, 06238; Cromwell, 06416; Danbury, 06810, 06811; Darien, 06820; Deep River, 06417; Derby, 06418; Durham, 06422; Eastford, 06242; East Granby, 06026; East Haddam, 06423; East Hampton, 06424; East Hartford, 06108, 06118; East Haven, 06512; East Lyme, 06333; Easton, 06612; East Windsor, 06088; Ellington, 06029; Enfield, 06082; Essex, 06426; Fairfield, 06824, 06825; Farmington, 06032; Franklin, 06254; Glastonbury, 06033; Goshen, 06756; Granby, 06035; Greenwich, 06830, 06831; Griswold, 06351; Groton, 06340; Guilford, 06437; Haddam, 06438; Hamden, 06514, 06517, 06518; Hampton, 06247; Hartford, 06103, 06105, 06106, 06112, 06114, 06120; Hartland, 06027; Harwinton, 06791; Hebron, 06248; Kent, 06757; Killingly, 06239; Killingworth, 06419; Lebanon, 06249; Ledyard, 06339; Lisbon, 06351; Litchfield, 06759; Lyme, 06371; Madison, 06443; Manchester, 06040, 06042; Mansfield, 06250; Marlborough, 06447; Meriden, 06450, 06451; Middlebury, 06762; Middlefield, 06455; Middletown, 06457; Milford, 06460, 06461; Monroe, 06468; Montville, 06353; Morris, 06763; Naugatuck, 06770; New Britain, 06051, 06053; New Canaan, 06840; New Fairfield, 06812; New Hartford, 06057; New Haven, 06510, 06511, 06513; Newington, 06111; New London, 06320; New Milford, 06776; Newtown, 06470; Norfolk, 06058; North Branford, 06471; North Canaan, 06018; North Haven, 06473; North Stonington, 06359; Norwalk, 06850, 06851, 06853, 06854, 06855; Norwich, 06360; Old Lyme, 06371; Old Saybrook, 06475; Orange, 06477; Oxford, 06478; Plainfield, 06374; Plainville, 06062; Plymouth, 06782; Pomfret, 06258; Portland, 06480; Preston, 06365; Prospect, 06712; Putnam, 06260; Redding, 06896; Ridgefield, 06877; Rocky Hill, 06067; Roxbury, 06783; Salem, 06420; Salisbury, 06068; Scotland, 06264; Seymour, 06483; Sharon, 06069; Shelton, 06484; Sherman, 06784; Simsbury, 06070; Somers, 06071; Southbury, 06488; Southington, 06489; South Windsor, 06074; Sprague, 06330; Stafford, 06076; Stamford, 06901, 06902, 06903; Sterling, 06377; Stonington, 06378; Stratford, 06614, 06615; Suffield, 06078; Thomaston, 06787; Thompson, 06277; Tolland, 06084; Torrington, 06790; Trumbull, 06611; Union, 06076; Vernon, 06066; Voluntown, 06384; Wallingford, 06492; Warren, 06754; Washington, 06793; Waterbury, 06702, 06704, 06705, 06706, 06708; Waterford, 06385; Watertown, 06795; Westbrook, 06498; West Hartford, 06107, 06110, 06117, 06119; West Haven, 06516; Weston, 06883; Westport, 06880; Wethersfield, 06109; Willington, 06279; Wilton, 06897; Winchester, 06098; Windham, 06226; Windsor, 06095; Windsor Locks, 06096; Wolcott, 06716; Woodbridge, 06525; Woodbury, 06798; Woodstock, 06281.
For more information and to apply, please visit ABI Resources.