Part-Time Community Coach: NADSP Growth & Flexible Schedule

LehighChildrensAcademy; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance up to $3,125/year

NADSP ladder bonus: $1.75/hr after all

Education incentive for degree/cert

Paid training and mileage

Job summary

Via of the Lehigh Valley is hiring a part-time Community Coach – Direct Support Professional to support individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence, confidence, and connection. You will work a flexible schedule, implement activities aligned with participant goals, and document daily progress.

The role offers a path with NADSP Career Ladder that can add up to $1.75/hr after completing all levels, plus education assistance up to $3,125/year and education incentives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings and adapt to changing environments.
• Standing, sitting, lifting, walking is required daily.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, personal vehicle and appropriate vehicle insurance.
• Traveling in the community is required.
• Flexibility in work hours including evenings.
• Proficiency with Setworks, Paylocity, Microsoft Office and email daily.

Responsibilities

• Work a flexible schedule to support participants in the community.
• Implement activities relative to participants’ goals within the community.
• Participate in development of participant outcomes and reinforce daily goals.
• Assist in development of new volunteer sites.
• Develop or follow consistent daily routines with participants.
• Complete participant documentation daily per ODP regulations.
• Adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining a constructive outlook.
• Work a flexible schedule to support participants in the community and facility as needed.

Skills

Driver license

Lift 50 lbs

Flexible schedule

Community support

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Setworks

Paylocity

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Via of the Lehigh Valley is hiring a part-time Community Coach – Direct Support Professional to support individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence, confidence, and connection. You will work a flexible schedule, implement activities aligned with participant goals, and document daily progress.

The role offers a path with NADSP Career Ladder that can add up to $1.75/hr after completing all levels, plus education assistance up to $3,125/year and education incentives.