Direct Support Professional

Pay: $18–$20/hour

Schedule: Full-time & Part-time available

Location: Delaware County

Make a Real Impact Every Day

Do you want more than just a job? Do you want a career where you make a real difference in people’s lives?

At Ability Matters, we support individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities in building independence, confidence, and meaningful lives in their communities. We are not a home health agency. We are a community inclusion organization. That means we are in the community — gyms, libraries, volunteering, restaurants, events, and real-world experiences.

We're expanding into Delaware County and looking for dedicated, passionate, community-minded leaders to join our team.

What You’ll Do

• Support individuals in gaining confidence and independence

• Engage in community activities and events

• Provide personalized support

• Help build communication and life skills

• Participate in real-world travel experiences

• Be an advocate for inclusion and opportunity

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Best-in-Class Pay & Benefits
We lead the industry because the work you do matters.

Career Growth & Professional Development
Training, mentorship, and advancement across multiple departments.

Flexible Schedules
Full-time and part-time options support your life outside of work.

Positive Team Culture
Supportive, collaborative, and passionate environment.

Mission-Driven Purpose
You will make a meaningful difference every single day.

What We're Looking For

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

• Team players who take initiative and have a passion for inclusion. 

• Strong communication, patience, teamwork, and problem-solving.

• Experience is helpful but not required. Heart, attitude, and willingness to learn matter most.

• Requirements: Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Why Ability Matters Is Different

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in/opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention

• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals

• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years

• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics

• Diversity in Business Award winner

• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership

See our mission in action: Click here to watch

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career where you can grow, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today https://abilitymattersohio.easyapply.co

Director of Housing

Schedule: Full-Time | Evening & Weekend Oversight Required

Location: Columbus, OH

Leadership Where It Matters Most.

Ability Matters is seeking an experienced leader to oversee the quality, consistency, and growth of our residential services.

As the Director of Housing, you will provide strategic leadership across our housing programs, supporting high-quality, person-centered services while developing strong teams and meaningful outcomes for the individuals we support. You'll work closely with Housing leadership, frontline teams, families, and community partners to ensure our homes provide a safe and inclusive environment where individuals can thrive. 

This role requires a leader who can balance people, operations, compliance, and accountability while maintaining a clear focus on the individuals and families we serve.

Evening and weekend oversight is an essential part of this role. The Director of Housing participates in on-call responsibilities and provides leadership support outside of traditional business hours to ensure continuity, safety, and timely response to housing needs.

What You’ll Do

Lead Housing Operations

Provide oversight of residential programs, ensuring daily operations, schedules, staffing, and services are consistent and aligned with person-centered expectations.

Ensure Compliance & Quality Standards

Maintain regulatory compliance with DODD and Ability Matters standards. Oversee documentation, billing practices, training, and quality processes to protect the health, safety, rights, and dignity of individuals. Review parent and guardian feedback, documentation, incident reports, and program performance to identify concerns and implement effective solutions.

Develop High-Performing Teams

Lead hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, and professional development while building a culture of accountability, collaboration, and inclusion. Coordinate and deliver ongoing performance improvement training to strengthen staff competence in safety, dignity, independence, and person-centered support.

Champion Individual Outcomes

Lead OISP meetings, ensuring individual goals and voices are reflected in services. Monitor programming and daily support to promote independence, inclusion, and meaningful outcomes.

Partner with Families & Service Teams

Foster strong communication with families, guardians, and SSAs to ensure transparency, trust, and person-centered advocacy.

Oversee Financial Stewardship

Provide oversight of financial processes and ensure resources are managed responsibly and in accordance with individual needs.

Provide Leadership When It Matters Most

Participate in on-call rotation and provide evening and weekend oversight as needed to maintain continuity and safety across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Special Education, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.

• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience.

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

• Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, and follow through.

• Knowledge of healthcare, Medicaid, or human services operations preferred

• Valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation.

• Successful completion of required background check and drug screening.

• Ability to travel between assigned homes.

• Evening, weekend, and on-call availability required.

Why Ability Matters

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention

• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals

• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years

• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics

• Diversity in Business Award winner

• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership

Apply Today

If you're an experienced housing or human services leader who is ready to lead strong teams, strengthen residential operations, and advance meaningful outcomes for individuals and families, we invite you to apply for the Director of Housing position at Ability Matters.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Best-in-Class Pay & Benefits: We lead the industry because the work you do matters.

• Career Growth & Professional Development: We invest in your future with extensive training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities across multiple departments.

• Organizational Leadership Without a Desk-Only Role: Blend coordination, communication, and direct services to stay connected to both people and purpose.

• Positive Team Culture: Supportive, collaborative, and passionate environment.

• Mission-Driven Purpose: You will make a meaningful difference every single day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with at least 2 years of related administrative experience

• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn new software and technology platforms

• Excellent organizational, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills

• Experience managing data, reports, and multiple priorities

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation

• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is helpful, but not required

Why Ability Matters Is Different

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in/opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention

• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals

• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years

• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics

• Diversity in Business Award winner

• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership

See our mission in action: Watch here

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to join a community that values excellence, celebrates purpose, and invests in your growth, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today https://abilitymattersohio.easyapply.co

Why Ability Matters Is Different

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in/opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention

• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals

• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years

• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics

• Diversity in Business Award winner

• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership

See our mission in action: Click here to watch

Our Core Values

Commitment to Inclusion • Cause Over the Job • We Value Individual Dignity • Solutions Oriented

These values guide how we support individuals, work with families, and work together as a team.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to join a team that invests in your growth, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today https://abilitymattersohio.easyapply.co

Build Experience That Matters While Making a Real Impact

Perfect for students and recent graduates in Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, Human Development, Special Education, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, and related fields.

Looking for more than just a job? Start building a career instead!

At Ability Matters, we support individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities in building independence, confidence, and meaningful lives in their communities. Whether you're planning for graduate school or just beginning your career, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience while developing practical, real-world skills.

What You'll Do

Every day is different, and every day makes a difference. 

• Help individuals engage in community activities and events

• Encourage people to reach their personal goals

• Model positive behavior and healthy communication

• Participate in real-world travel experiences

• Work with a supportive team to provide safe, high-quality care

• Support building independence in daily living skills 

• Build strong relationships with individuals and their families

What We're Looking For 

Compassionate • Dependable • Positive • Flexible • Ready to learn & grow 

Training & Growth

No experience? No problem.

We'll teach you everything you need to succeed through paid training, hands-on coaching, and ongoing support. As you grow, you'll have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and advance within the organization.

Requirements 

• Strong communication, patience, teamwork, and problem-solving

• Valid driver's license 

• Reliable transportation

Benefits

• Starting pay: $17.50/hour 

• Paid training and certifications 

• Flexible scheduling

• Career advancement opportunities 

• Leadership development & professional growth

• Supportive leadership team and culture

• Positive and diverse workplace culture 

• Incentive-based training programs 

Eligible employees enjoy competitive benefits, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401K

• Paid time off

Why Ability Matters Is Different

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in/opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention

• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals

• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years

• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics

• Diversity in Business Award winner

• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership

Ready to Make a Difference? 

Apply today and start building a career that truly matters.

Paraprofessional – Student Support (Behavior & Life Skills)

Pay: $19–$22/hour

Schedule: Full-time & Part-time available

Location: Columbus, OH

Launch Your Career in Education, Psychology, and Behavioral Support

At Ability Matters, our paraprofessionals do more than classroom support. We partner with schools and families to create inclusive, personalized, and community-based learning experiences for students with autism and other neurological disabilities.

You are directly helping students build life skills, confidence, and independence that carries far beyond school walls.

What You’ll Do

• Provide 1:1 or small group instructional support to help students achieve their IEP goals.

• Help build behavioral, academic, social, and life skills.

• Support students in classroom and real-world settings.

• Track student progress, behavior, and educational goals to support individualized instruction.

• Partner with teachers, families, and staff to provide consistent, student-centered support.

• Encourage confidence, independence, and growth

• Serve as a positive role model while helping students feel safe, engaged, and included throughout the school day.

Every day is hands-on and meaningful.

Who Thrives Here

• Individuals passionate about education and student success

• Strong communicators who are patient, determined, adaptable, and dependable

• Team players who enjoy working in a collaborative environment

• People committed to inclusion and helping every student reach their potential

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, 2-year degree or Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Previous education or human services experience is helpful but not required

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork

• Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Best-in-Class Pay & Benefits

We lead the industry, because your work has an impact.

Career Pathways & Professional Development

We invest in your future with extensive training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities across multiple departments.

Balanced Schedules

Flexible full-time and part-time options support your life outside of work.

Supportive, Inclusive Culture

A positive, collaborative environment where input is valued and strengths are celebrated.

Mission-Driven Purpose

You will make a meaningful difference every single day.

Why Ability Matters Is Different

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in/opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention

• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals

• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years

• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics

• Diversity in Business Award winner

• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career where you can grow, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today https://abilitymattersohio.easyapply.co

House Manager

Schedule: Full-Time. Sunday- Thursday, 2nd shift

Location: Columbus, OH

Lead a Home. Develop a Team. Create Lasting Impact.

At Ability Matters, we support individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities in building independence, confidence, and meaningful lives in their communities. We are not a home health agency. We are a community inclusion organization. 

As a House Manager, you'll lead a team dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and engaging home. You'll coach and develop staff, foster a positive team culture, strengthen relationships with families, and ensure every individual receives exceptional, person-centered support.

What You'll Do

• Lead Residential Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operation of the home, ensuring services are safe, person-centered, and aligned with each individual's goals.

• Develop & Support Your Team: Coach, mentor, and supervise Direct Support Professionals while building a positive, accountable team culture.

• Ensure Quality: Monitor documentation, incidents, billing, and regulatory requirements.

• Champion Individual Success: Ensure Service Plans are implemented consistently while promoting independence, dignity, and community inclusion.

• Manage the Home: Oversee household budgets, maintenance, supplies, scheduling needs, and daily operations to create a safe, welcoming environment.

• Build Strong Partnerships: Collaborate with families, healthcare providers, support teams, and leadership to deliver person-centered services.

Who Thrives Here

• Confident leaders who enjoy mentoring and developing others

• Organized professionals who balance people, operations, and priorities

• Problem-solvers who take ownership and make thoughtful decisions

• Individuals passionate about inclusion and quality services

Qualifications

• High school diploma required (Bachelor's preferred)

• Two years supporting individuals with developmental disabilities

• Leadership experience preferred

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

• Evening, weekend, and emergency availability

Why Ability Matters Is Different

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in/opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention

• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals

• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years

• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics

• Diversity in Business Award winner

• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership

See our mission in action: Watch here

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to join a community that values excellence, celebrates purpose, and invests in your growth, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today https://abilitymattersohio.easyapply.co

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Practice ABA Beyond the Clinic: Work with individuals in homes and throughout the community, helping them generalize skills where they'll use them most.

• Best-in-Class Pay & Benefits: We lead the industry because the work you do matters.

• Supportive Clinical Leadership: Receive ongoing guidance, collaboration, and support from experienced BCBAs and leadership.

• Flexible Schedules: Full-time and part-time options support your life outside of work.

• Career Growth: Expand your experience with professional development opportunities to build your career.

• Mission-Driven Purpose: You will make a meaningful difference every single day.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required

• Bachelor's degree preferred, high school diploma or GED minimum

• Strong communication, problem solving, and adaptability skills

• Valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation

Why Ability Matters Is Different

Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in/opportunities for growth. Our culture is built on excellence, inclusion, and a relentless commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Our impact speaks for itself:

• Supporting 100+ families through education, housing, day services, and intervention

• A team of 330+ highly trained professionals

• 191% organizational growth in the past 5 years

• Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics

• Diversity in Business Award winner

• Smart 50 Award for innovation and leadership

See our mission in action: Click here to watch

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to promote independence, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today https://abilitymattersohio.easyapply.co

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Central 

Tired of working multiple jobs just to get by? Start building a career instead! 

Starting Pay: $17.50/hour 

Paid Training • Career Growth • Leadership Development 

We're not looking for the perfect résumé—we're looking for kind people who want to make a difference and build a meaningful career. If you bring compassion, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn, we'll teach you the rest! 

About Ability Matters 

Looking for a company where you can grow? 

At Ability Matters, we believe our employees are our greatest strength. We don't just hire Direct Support Professionals—we help them build careers. From your first day, you'll receive paid training, paid certifications, and hands-on coaching from experienced leaders who want to see you succeed. Whether you're new to this field or have years of experience, we'll help you continue to grow! 

Don't just take our word for it... 

“Ability Matters is the best company I've worked for! The leaders are down to earth and always willing to help you learn and grow.” 

— Naomi Forté, Direct Support Professional 

“I've had the opportunity to travel with the individual I support while growing both personally and professionally. Leadership has always encouraged me to become better.”

 — Kanya Dunson, Direct Support Professional 

What You'll Do 

Every day is different, and every day makes a difference. 

• Teach cooking, cleaning, hygiene, budgeting, and daily living skills. 

• Help individuals enjoy community activities and build independence. 

• Build strong relationships with individuals and their families. 

• Encourage people to reach their personal goals.

• Model positive behavior and healthy communication. 

• Work with a supportive team to provide safe, high-quality care. 

No two days are the same, which makes this career exciting and rewarding.

 What We're Looking For 

Compassionate • Dependable • Positive • Flexible • Ready to learn and grow 

Requirements 

• Valid driver's license 

• Reliable transportation

• Proof of automobile insurance 

No experience? No problem. If you have a great attitude and are willing to learn, we'll provide the training you need to succeed. 

Benefits 

• Starting pay: $17.50/hour 

• Paid training and certifications 

• Career advancement opportunities 

• Leadership development 

• Professional growth 

• Supportive leadership team 

• Positive and diverse workplace culture 

• Incentive-based training programs 

Ready to Make a Difference? 

Apply today and start building a career that truly matters.