Direct Support Professionals - $17-$18/hour
Via of the Lehigh Valley · Bethlehem, PA · 2 wk ago
OTHR$17/hrFull-time
About the role
Join a team that's been recognized as a Top Workplace four years in a row - 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026! Via is hiring an Adult Training Facility Instructor to assist participants in maintaining their independence and self-advocacy skills. In this role, you'll support participants in achieving their personal goals through engaging, hands-on programs both within our facility and out in the community.
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.
- Support participants in achieving personal goals through engaging, hands‑on programs both within the facility and in the community.
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, walking is required daily.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds is required.
- Must have a valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and appropriate vehicle insurance.
- Traveling in the community is required.
- Flexibility in work hours is required to meet department demands, including availability for evening.
- Use of technology platforms such as Setworks, Paylocity, Microsoft Office, and email is required daily.
- Ability to adapt to changing schedules while maintaining productivity and efficiency.
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to a variety of environments.
Benefits
- Medical, vision and dental benefits at a 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 holiday and a floating cultural holiday.
- Eligible employees may choose a paid day off that is significant to them.
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