Nutrition & Support Specialist
Do you want to combine your passion for health and meaningful impact?
Do you want to help build confidence, independence, and real belonging?
Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can direct improve quality of life?
At Ability Matters, we are a cause above the job. We build inclusive, meaningful, community-based experiences for individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities. As a Nutrition & Support Specialist, you are not just creating meal plans or providing support, you are helping people develop healthier lives and independence.
This is purposeful work.
This is a career path.
This is the opportunity to be a part of something bigger.
Why Ability Matters Is Different
Ability Matters is a mission-driven, innovative, high-end organization leading the field in pay, benefits, and 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
Here, you join a team with a reputation for quality, compassion, and forward-thinking practice.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
✨ Meaningful, Whole-Person Impact
Shape both daily support and long-term health outcomes.
✨ Career Growth & Professional Development
We invest in your future with extensive training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities across multiple departments.
✨ Unique, Specialized Role
Blend your passion for nutrition, wellness, and human services in a position that offers both influence and direct connection.
✨ 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.
What You’ll Do
At Ability Matters, your role is centered on relationships, dignity, and empowering healthier, more independent lives.
Create Impact: Provide hands-on support that helps build life skills, confidence, and independence.
Promote Health & Wellness: Develop and implement nutrition and meal plans that improve wellbeing.
Educate & Empower: Teach practical skills like meal planning, grocery shopping, and health food choices in ways that are approachable and sustainable.
Monitor Progress & Drive Outcomes: Track nutrition and wellness progress, adjust plans as needed, and ensure services support long-term success.
Advocate for Inclusion: Champion individuals voice, rights, choices, and meaningful opportunities.
No two days look the same, and every day offers the chance to create lifelong impact.
What We’re Looking For
Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred especially in nutrition, health sciences, human services, or related field.
Passion for Inclusion: A genuine desire to support individuals with disabilities.
Skills: Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving.
Requirements: Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Experience: Experience in nutrition, human services or related field is helpful but not required. Heart, attitude, and willingness to learn matter most.
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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 to become a Nutrition and Support Specialist at Ability Matters.
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