Community Coach - Disability Services - $17-$18/hour na VIA of the Lehigh Valley

Description

Begin a fulfilling career with Via of the Lehigh Valley, a 2023, 2024, and 2025 Top Workplace winner! The Community Coach position 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. 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.

You will ENJOY the following when working at VIA:

• Medical, vision and dental benefits at a minimal cost to the employee. We offer 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 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. To celebrate a commitment to equity and inclusion, Via offers a floating cultural holiday. Eligible employees may choose a paid day off, that is significant to them.
• 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.
• Employee Assistance Program, which full-time employees are able to access on their first date of hire. The Employee Assistance Program provides additional support such as counseling, employee/family financial services, employee/family legal services, employee/family 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.

As a Community Coach you will:

• 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.

Success comes in this role from having a genuine interest or passion for working with individuals with disabilities. High School diploma or equivalent is required. As a Community Coach you will provide transportation to community job sites. Must have a valid driver’s license, personal vehicle and appropriate vehicle insurance.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings and function in an ever-changing environment.
• Must have valid driver’s license, personal vehicle and appropriate vehicle insurance.
• Computer proficiency is required.

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. Join our team and grow a fulfilling career with us!

CHANGE LIVES. WORK FOR VIA.

Via of the Lehigh Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Women, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

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