Community Coach - Direct Support Professional - $17-$18/hour

Join Via of the Lehigh Valley, a 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Top Workplace winner! Via is hiring a Community Coach who is passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence, confidence, and connection.

Pay

Starting pay:

• $17/hour for a High School Diploma or equivalent
• $17.50/hour for an Associate's Degree
• $18/hour for a Bachelor's Degree

Earn up to $1.75 more per hour by completing all three levels of the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Career Ladder Program, a nationally recognized credentialing path that celebrates your growth and commitment.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits at a minimal cost to the employee (two plans to choose from)
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid vacation during your first year, increasing to 18 days after completing 1 year of employment
• 9 paid holidays, including your birthday and a floating cultural holiday
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary annual contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Education assistance up to $5,000 per year for full-time employees
• Education incentive: earn more when you obtain a degree or certification
• Paid training and mileage reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities: NADSP Career Ladder Program (earn an additional $1.75/hour once all three levels are completed)
• Employee Assistance Program (accessible from first date of hire, providing counseling, financial services, legal services, work-life services, etc.)
• Casual work attire
• Employee referral-bonus program
• Special employee events such as raffles, work anniversary celebrations, recognition awards, and monthly celebration events

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities in attaining their social and work-related goals
• Work independently in the community
• Visit museums, attend local events, and help participants volunteer
• Use your creativity to plan activities for the individuals you support
• Collaborate with fellow team members

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Ability to work in a variety of settings and function in an ever-changing environment
• Standing, sitting, lifting, and walking required daily
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and appropriate vehicle insurance (required)
• Traveling in the community is required
• Flexibility in work hours to meet department demands, including availability for evenings
• Daily use of technology platforms such as Setworks, Paylocity, Microsoft Office, and email
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules while maintaining productivity and efficiency
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to a variety of environments

About the Organization

We invest in our team through training, career development, and educational assistance. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment that encourages the success of the individuals we serve and our employees. This success comes from living our values: People, Growth, Teamwork, Community, Diversity, Shared Ideas, and Advocacy.