Float Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Are you outgoing and looking to be involved in the community? Are you dedicated, timely and focused on the success of others?

At Ability Matters, we do more than provide services. We build inclusive communities where individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities can thrive. As a Float Direct Support Professional, you will play a hands-on role in helping people gain confidence, independence, and connection.

This is more than a job. It is a chance to make a real difference every single day.

Why Ability Matters is Different

Ability Matters is a mission driven, high-end agency dedicated to supporting people with autism and other neurological disabilities through education, housing, intervention and day services support.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting over 160 families

• A team of 330+ professionals

• 191% growth over the last 5 years

• Twice recognized by the Better Business Bureau for Ethics

• Awarded the Diversity in Business Award

• Awarded the SMART 50 for Innovation

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Best-in-Class Pay & Benefits: We lead the field with strong compensation and benefits because we value your impact.

• Work-Life Balance: Choose from flexible full-time or part-time hours to fit your life.

• Career Growth & Training: Learn, grow, and advance with ongoing training and clear pathways.

• Supportive & Inclusive Culture: Join a team that celebrates diversity, collaboration, and personal strengths.

• Purpose-Driven Work: Our work is our mission.

What You'll Do

• Impact Over Duties: Having a positive impact on the client, family, and community.

• Community Connection: Support individuals as they get involved in local activities, events, and opportunities across Columbus and beyond.

• Personalized Care & Support: Provide person-centered assistance tailored to each individuals needs. Encourage independence, self-advocacy, and belonging.

• Empowerment Through Skill-Building: Support developing life skills, communication abilities, confidence, and personal goals.

• Behavioral Support with Dignity: Use positive, respectful strategies to guide behavior and respond to challenges with empathy and understanding.

• Advocacy: Promote the rights, choices, and voices of individuals with disabilities. Encourage decision-making and independence.

Your role centers on relationships, dignity, and meaningful outcomes. No two days look the same, every day offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What We're Looking For:

• Education: 2-year degree preferred, but not required.

• Availability: Provide flexible availability for on-demand services
• Passion for Inclusion: A desire to support and empower individuals with disabilities is required.
• Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and flexibility to support diverse needs.
• Other Requirements: Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Experience is helpful. Heart, attitude, and willingness to learn matter most. See Our Mission in Action: Watch here
Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are ready to support inclusion, build meaningful relationships, and be part of something bigger, we would love to meet you.

Apply today to become a Direct Support Professional at Ability Matters. Click here for more details and to apply: