<p>Apply</p> <p>Description</p> <p>Begin a fulfilling career with Via of the Lehigh Valley, a 2023, 2024, and 2025 Top Workplace winner, and receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus! 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.</p> <p>You will ENJOY the following when working at VIA:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Medical, vision and dental benefits at a minimal cost to the employee. We offer two plans to choose from!</p> </li><li> <p>15 days (3 weeks) of paid vacation during your first year, increasing to 18 days after completing 1 year of employment.</p> </li><li> <p>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.</p> </li><li> <p>403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary annual contribution.</p> </li><li> <p>Flexible Spending Account (FSA).</p> </li><li> <p>Education assistance up to $5,000 per year for full-time employees.</p> </li><li> <p>Education incentive: earn MORE when you obtain a degree or certification.</p> </li><li> <p>Paid Training and mileage reimbursement.</p> </li><li> <p>Professional Development Opportunities:</p> </li><li> <p>NADSP Career Ladder Program - earn an additional $1.75/hour once all three levels have been completed.</p> </li><li> <p>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.</p> </li><li> <p>Casual work attire.</p> </li><li> <p>Employee referral-bonus program.</p> </li><li> <p>Special employee events such as raffles, work anniversary celebrations, recognition awards and monthly celebration events.</p> </li></ul> <p>As a Community Coach you will:</p> <ul> <li>Assist individuals with disabilities in attaining their social and work-related goals. </li><li>Work independently in the community. </li><li>Visit museums, attend local events, and help participants volunteer. </li><li>Use your creativity to plan activities for the individuals you support. </li><li>Collaborate with fellow team members. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>Qualifications and Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree preferred. High School diploma or equivalent is required. </li><li>Ability to work in a variety of settings and function in an ever-changing environment. </li><li>Must have valid driver's license, personal vehicle and appropriate vehicle insurance. </li><li>Computer proficiency is required. </li></ul> <p>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!</p> <p>CHANGE LIVES. WORK FOR VIA.</p> <p>Via of the Lehigh Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Women, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.</p> <p>VIA123</p>