Part-Time - Creative Expressions Instructor - Direct Support Professional

Description

Join a team that's been recognized as a Top Workplace three years in a row — 2023, 2024, and 2025. Via is hiring a part-time Creative Expressions Instructor - Direct Support Professional 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.

The Creative Instructor - Direct Support Professional 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:

• Consistent Monday and Tuesday 8:00am-4:00pm schedule with weekends off!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary annual contribution.
• 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.

As a Creative Expressions Instructor - Direct Support Professional you will:

• 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.

Position 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.

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.