Direct Support Professional-Adult Day Program Instructor
About The Position
AbilityPath is hiring a Community & Site Program Instructor to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building skills, confidence, independence, and community connections. The role leads activities both at program sites and in the community, including life-skills coaching, volunteering, outings, educational sessions, wellness activities, recreation, job-readiness training, and creative activities. The instructor contributes to person-centered planning with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams, and documents progress in a case management system. The position is year-round, full-time, Monday through Friday, with 6- or 8-hour shifts available between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Locations include Palo Alto, Burlingame, and Daly City, California. Pay is $24–$25 per hour, based on education and experience. AbilityPath is a nonprofit providing services throughout the lifespan for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Its mission is to accept, respect, and include people of all abilities, and it emphasizes inclusion and ongoing diversity, equity, and inclusion work.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of work or volunteer experience supporting adults with disabilities.
- An associate degree or current progress toward one.
- Valid California driver's license; applicants under age 25 must have held it for at least 3 years, with a clean driving record.
- Negative TB test results.
- Occupational physical clearance.
- Clear criminal fingerprint background check.
- At least 18 years of age or a valid work permit.
- Ability to sit, stand, and bend frequently; drive a vehicle to transport adults with disabilities; and lift up to 25 pounds as needed.
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized one-on-one and group coaching in life skills to support independent living.
- Coordinate meaningful community volunteering opportunities with local organizations.
- Plan and lead group outings to parks, museums, and local events, including safe transportation and support navigating public spaces.
- Develop and lead learning sessions on current events, basic academics, technology, and social skills, adapting them to different learning styles.
- Promote health and wellness through exercise, nutrition guidance, and wellness activities.
- Organize recreation and social activities, including sports, games, movie nights, and holiday celebrations.
- Lead pre-vocational training, help clients explore career interests, and teach workplace skills and etiquette.
- Lead accessible art, music, and other creative activities, and support participation in community showcases when appropriate.
- Work with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams on person-centered goals, progress tracking, and support-plan adjustments.
- Document milestones and goal progress in the case management system.
Benefits
- Four weeks of paid time off.
- 10 paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Educational reimbursement.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Performance bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
