Part-Time - Creative Expressions Instructor - Direct Support Professional

Via of the Lehigh Valley • Bethlehem, PA

4d • $17 - $18

About The Position

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees