Creative Expressions Instructor - Direct Support Professional

Join a team recognized as a Top Workplace four years in a row (2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026) and receive a $1,500 sign-on bonus!

About the Role

As a Creative Expressions Instructor - Direct Support Professional, you will assist participants in maintaining their independence and self-advocacy skills. You'll support participants in achieving their personal goals through engaging, hands-on programs both within our facility and out in the community. Pay starts at $17/hour for a High School Diploma or equivalent, $17.50/hour for an Associate's Degree, and $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.

Responsibilities

• Develop or follow consistent daily routines with participants and ensure their engagement in the activities.
• Assist in the development of volunteer and recreational activities in the community.
• Implement activities relative to the participants' outcomes within the facility and community.
• Participate in the development of participant goals and assist in outcome completion.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is 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.
• Must have a valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and appropriate vehicle insurance.
• Traveling in the community is required.
• Flexibility in work hours, including availability for evenings, to meet department demands.
• 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.

Schedule

Consistent Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM with weekends off.

Pay

Starting pay: $17/hour (High School Diploma or equivalent), $17.50/hour (Associate's Degree), $18/hour (Bachelor's Degree). Earn up to an additional $1.75/hour by completing all three levels of the NADSP Career Ladder Program.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits at minimal cost to the employee.
• 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 with a degree or certification.
• Paid training and mileage reimbursement.
• Professional Development Opportunities: NADSP Career Ladder Program.
• Casual work attire.
• Employee referral-bonus program.
• Special employee events such as raffles, work anniversary celebrations, recognition awards, and monthly celebration events.

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.