Interested in exploring a secondary career? Inquire here

Ready for a meaningful second chapter

Youve built skills. Led teams. Solved problems. Delivered results.
Now imagine using that experience to directly impact someones daily life.

At AbilityPath we support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live fuller more independent lives and were looking for mission-driven people ready to do work that truly matters.

Whether youre transitioning from corporate healthcare education public service or simply seeking more purpose in your next chapter your experience brings leadership structure and compassion into a role that changes lives.

No prior IDD experience required. Just empathy reliability and a willingness to learn.

Your Experience Is More Valuable Than You Think

Former managers teachers teach professionals healthcare professionals corporate leaders customer service experts your skills translate powerfully into this work.

Communication. Organization. Leadership. Patience. Problem-solving.

These arent just resume bullet points here theyre life-changing tools.

About Our Opportunities

Our team members provide meaningful hands-on support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in both community-based and on-site settings. Whether serving as a Program Instructor Direct Support Professional (Independent Living) Employment Specialist Job Coach or Job Developer youll play a direct role in helping individuals build skills confidence independence and connection.

Across all of our roles the heart of the work is the same: empowering people to live fuller more self-directed lives at home at work and in the community.

These opportunities are especially meaningful for professionals transitioning into a second career individuals ready to apply their experience in communication organization leadership coaching or relationship-building to work that creates visible human impact every day.

If youre looking to align your career with your values and contribute to a mission-driven nonprofit community this could be the next chapter youve been searching for.

Education & Experience

In our approach to inclusive hiring we recognize that traditional job qualifications have often excluded talented candidates from marginalized communities.

Below are experiences that are helpful in this role but we strongly encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every single item. A combination of lived and learned experience can absolutely make you successful here.

Helpful background:

• Degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Relevant work or volunteer experience

• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities (preferred not required)

No experience in the IDD field Thats okay.
We provide training mentorship and a supportive team environment.

Hiring Requirements

• 3 years of a valid California Drivers License/ID

• 3 years clean driving record (for driving positions)

• Proof of negative TB test

• Physical clearance verification

• Criminal fingerprint clearance

• 21 years of age for driving roles

Accessibility & Inclusion

We recognize that each person has unique access needs. AbilityPath is committed to ongoing accessibility improvements and encourages team members to share access needs during the interview process upon hire and throughout employment.

What We Value

• Passion for our mission

• Interest in working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• Collaboration and teamwork

• Open thoughtful communication

• A shared commitment to diversity equity and inclusion

We strongly encourage BIPOC LGBTQ disabled and multiply marginalized candidates to apply. AbilityPath is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone can show up authentically.

Why This Work Matters

Some careers build profits.
Some build people.

If youre ready for a second career that reflects your values and allows you to see the difference youre making every day wed love to meet you.

APPLY TODAY- Fill out our inquiry form and one of our team members will be in touch with you!