Community Participation Instructor

The Arc of Cumberland & Perry Counties (CPARC); Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 17,991 - 25,623; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance at no cost

Three weeks paid vacation

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Arc of Cumberland & Perry Counties (CPARC) is hiring a full-time Community Participation Instructor for their Community Fusion program in Carlisle. This program supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by offering various activities that promote community involvement.

The position involves working Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, assisting participants in their chosen activities. Competitive benefits include health insurance at no cost, three weeks of paid vacation, and more.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required.
• Must be physically able to provide care for participants.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants in a range of activities of their choice.
• Support community involvement for the participants.

Skills

Experience in working with people who have disabilities

Ability to care for participants with disabilities

Valid PA driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or its equivalent

Job description

The Arc of Cumberland & Perry Counties (CPARC) is a human services agency that is seeking a Community Participation Instructor for our Community Fusion program. This day program serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Community Fusion is a day program that was designed as a transitional program for individuals with disabilities to assist them in becoming active citizens in their community. Participants can choose from a variety of activities throughout the day. The Community Participation Instructor will assist these participants in a range of activities of their choice, including community involvement.

Carlisle- Full-time:

Monday through Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm (35 hours a week)

Rate of pay $15.83 per hour

CPARC offers a competitive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance for full time staff at NO COST for the employee only coverage. Three weeks of paid vacation during the first year of employment. Life insurance, long-term disability, retirement plan and other voluntary benefits.

Requirements: A High School Diploma or its equivalent is required. Experience in working with people who have disabilities is preferred but not required. Must be physically able to care for participants with disabilities and must possess a valid PA driver's license.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability