Impactful DSP: Adult Training & Community Support

Via of the Lehigh Valley, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental benefits

15 days paid vacation

9 paid Holidays

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Education assistance up to $5,000 per年

NADSP Career Ladder bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Casual work attire

Employee referral-bonus program

Special employee events

Job summary

Via of the Lehigh Valley, Inc. is hiring an Adult Training Facility Instructor to help participants maintain independence and self-advocacy through engaging, hands-on programs inside the facility and in the community.

The role starts at $17/hour for a High School Diploma, $17.50/hour with an Associate’s Degree, and $18/hour with a Bachelor’s Degree. You can earn up to $1.75 more per hour by completing all three NADSP Career Ladder levels.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver\'s license, personal vehicle and appropriate vehicle insurance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Traveling in the community is required.
• Flexibility in work hours, including evenings.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings and adapt to changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Implement activities relative to the participants\' outcomes within the facility and community.
• Participate in the development of participant goals and assist in outcome completion.
• Develop or follow consistent daily routines with participants and ensure engagement in activities.
• Assist in the development of volunteer and recreational activities in the community.
• Attend regular participant plan meetings and provide input for Individual Service Plans.
• Communicate and advocate participant issues to the appropriate Program Supervisor.
• Work as part of a team to meet participants\' and coworkers\' needs in community and facility settings.
• Provide transportation to community resources as needed.

Skills

Valid driver\'s license

Flexibility

Lift up to 50 pounds

Computer/Office tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Setworks

Paylocity

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Via of the Lehigh Valley, Inc. is hiring an Adult Training Facility Instructor to help participants maintain independence and self-advocacy through engaging, hands-on programs inside the facility and in the community.

The role starts at $17/hour for a High School Diploma, $17.50/hour with an Associate’s Degree, and $18/hour with a Bachelor’s Degree. You can earn up to $1.75 more per hour by completing all three NADSP Career Ladder levels.