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Job Coach - Direct Support Professional - $1,500 Sign On Bonus

Via of the Lehigh Valley · Bethlehem, PA · 1 wk ago
Healthcare$17–$18/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 — and receive a $1,500 sign-on bonus!

Responsibilities

- Provide training that helps to maximize an individual’s capacity to self-initiate work and to avoid becoming prompt dependent. - Support individuals by addressing, developing, and facilitating personal care skills as it relates to increased work opportunities. - Complete job analysis as needed to develop and implement effective training plans for supported employees. - Identify existing natural supports currently at the job site and develop additional supports to assist the individual in maintaining employment. - Provides instruction on warehouse techniques and oversee quality control. - Continually assist in identifying and recommending changes in work methods to improve effectiveness and efficiency. - Give frequent and systematic feedback to host employer and supervisor regarding site progress. - Model appropriate work habits and use positive approaches to support individuals.

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. - Must have a valid driver’s license, personal vehicle and appropriate vehicle insurance. - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds is required. - Traveling in the community is required. - Flexibility in work hours is required to meet department demands, including availability for evenings. - 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.

Qualifications

No experience? No problem — we provide paid training to make sure you feel ready and supported.

Skills

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Knowledge of warehouse operations and safety protocols. - Patience and empathy.

Benefits

- Full-Time Monday through Friday schedule. Weekends OFF! - 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! Via is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce and believes that an atmosphere of mutual respect for each other’s differences adds quality to our services. - 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 have been completed. - Casual work attire. - Employee referral-bonus program. - Special employee events such as raffles, work anniversary celebrations, recognition awards and monthly celebration events.

Pay

Via is now offering an increased pay rate of $17-$18/hour determined by education level. Additionally, 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.

Schedule

Full-Time Monday through Friday schedule. Weekends OFF!

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