Uber or Lyft Driver? Explore a Flexible Career as an ILS Instructor - $20–$25/hr + $450 Hiring Bonus at Thrive Support Services, Inc.

Uber or Lyft Driver? Explore a Flexible Career as an ILS Instructor - $20–$25/hr + $450 Hiring Bonus

Location: Richmond, CA / Contra Costa County
Hourly Wage Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour + $450 Hiring Bonus
Job Type: Part-time or Full-Time

Looking for a more meaningful way to use your time on the road?

If you're an Uber or Lyft driver looking for a change - especially something with more stability, purpose, and flexible hours - consider becoming an Independent Living Skills (ILS) Instructor with Thrive Support Services.

➡️ This is NOT a driving or delivery role like rideshare or gig work - it's a professional support position where you'll be trained to work one-on-one with adults with developmental disabilities, helping them learn key life skills.

About the Role:

Independent Living Skills (ILS) Instructors work one-on-one with people with developmental disabilities to empower your clients to reach their personal goals of independence and community participation. You would teach independent living skills in a motivating, personalized, and professional environment.

As an Independent Living Skills (ILS) Instructor, you will:

• Support adults with developmental disabilities in achieving personal independence.

• Teach practical skills such as budgeting, basic cooking, transportation, and more.

• Money management Medical, dental, and medication management Basic cooking and meal preparation Utilizing public transportation Locating affordable housing Obtaining and maintaining benefits such as Social Security, Medi-Cal, Medicare, etc. Community involvement and socialization goals Household maintenance

• Drive to meet clients in their homes and community (you'll be reimbursed for mileage).

You will typically work with 3–6 clients per week in Alameda and possibly Contra Costa Counties.

👉 No caregiving or support work experience? No problem! We provide full training.

Why This Could Be the Right Move for You:

• You're already used to driving, have flexible availability, and enjoy working with people.

• You want more consistency and opportunities for professional growth.

• You're seeking part-time hours that work around your current schedule - or looking to shift into a new full-time role.

• You want to make a positive impact in your community.

Minimum Requirements:

• Reliable personal vehicle and valid driver's license

• Personal auto liability insurance with minimum limits of $100,000 per person / $300,000 per accident (bodily injury)

• Able to pass a DOJ/FBI fingerprint background check

• Desire to help others and learn new skills

• Comfortable driving to client locations (mileage reimbursed)

We Offer:

• $20.00–$25.00/hour

• $450 Hiring Bonus

• Mileage reimbursement

• Flexible schedule – great for work-life balance

• Health, dental, and vision benefits (plans my differ for full-time and part-time employees)

• Employer-matching 401(k)

• Costco membership

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

You Might Be a Great Fit If You:

• Are an Uber, Lyft, or gig worker looking for more purpose-driven work

• Enjoy working independently but still value being part of a supportive team

• Can adapt to new situations and think on your feet

• Are patient, personable, and organized

About Us:

Thrive Support Services is a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping adults with developmental disabilities live independently and thrive in their communities. We believe everyone deserves to be in control of their own life - and we support our clients to do just that.

Visit us at: www.ThriveSupportServices.com

Ready to drive your career in a new direction? Apply now to join our team of ILS Instructors!

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Applicants must be able to pass a DOJ/FBI fingerprint screening.