Founded in 1965, VistAbility is a non-profit organization providing direct services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in 13 locations throughout the Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
Position: Day Program Instructor for Adults with Disabilities
Location: Antioch, CA
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-3:30pm (37.5 hours per week)
Compensation: $18 per hour + Benefits
Benefits for these work hours include:
Paid Training, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Long Term Disability Insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Paid vacation, Sick Days, Educational Reimbursement, 11 paid Holidays and an additional holiday the week of your Birthday. Employee discount program for shopping, travel, theme parks, and more!
Our vacation accrual rates are generous!
1st and 2nd year of employment = 2 weeks vacation a year;
3rd and 4th year of employment = 3 weeks vacation a year;
5th to 9th year of employment = 4 weeks vacation a year;
the 10th year onward = 5 weeks vacation a year.
Be a part of a fun, dynamic, social program and be a positive force in someone's life!
The Instructor 1 assists adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at our Antioch day program to achieve their highest level of independence and self sufficiency -- and have a blast while doing it! Group activities include arts and crafts, games, holiday parties, costume contests, music, cooking classes, field trips, and more.
Essential Functions:
- Verbally and physically supports people in their daily program. (This includes providing support in community settings.)
- Manages participants medical and personal care needs. (including assisting with bathroom use)
- Implements lesson plans and collects data.
Minimum Requirements:
- Valid CA driver license and good driving record
- Masking is required for for this program
Keywords: Direct Support Professional, DSP, advocacy, caregiving, caregiver, activities, outreach, Nonprofit, non-profit, intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, Instructor 1, Day Program, inclusion, disability, Vistability
Program: Community Access Programs
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position