AbilityPath is looking for Immersion Instructor to join our team!

The The Immersion Instructor provides engaging, community-based instruction in support of high-quality participant services.

Compensation: $25-$26/hr

Hours: 40/week Full Time with Benefits

ABOUT US:

​We are a non-profit organization that provides a variety of programs and a lifespan of services for individuals with disabilities. Our mission to accept, respect, and include people of all abilities extends to every member of our community. We are committed to the lifelong process of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) learning and application to build a more inclusive culture, where everyone plays a role in advancing DEI. We will always have work to do, and we look forward to doing it TOGETHER!

WHAT WE OFFER:

At AbilityPath, we support a well-rounded career experience with a focus on career development, collaboration, employee wellness, and employee recognition, including the below benefits and opportunities for staff:

• Up to 4 weeks of PTO
• 10 paid holidays*
• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits upon hire* 
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Performance bonuses
• Educational reimbursement benefit with ongoing professional development and growth opportunities

*Full-time staff only

WHAT WE VALUE:

• Passion for the mission
• Interest in working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities 
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Effective and open communication, thoughtfulness, and ability to adapt
• Shared commitment to DEI in creating a community where all members can represent themselves authentically

We strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+, disabled, and any multiply marginalized people to apply. AbilityPath is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse diversity among our staff teams. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction to participants to help them achieve their goals; instruction may be community based, on-site or provided virtually.
• Utilize appropriate modification techniques to respond to challenging behaviors and support behavioral plans to increase engagement

• Oversee case management and all related documentation and reports
• Supervise and assist participants during volunteer activities, paid work, classes, and other community activities
• Participate in agency functions and attend case management meetings
• Maintain professional relationships and provide excellent customer service with external parties, families, care givers, and participants
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION:

• Ability to provide engaging instruction to participants with various developmental levels, skill sets, and behaviors
• Ability to respond to challenging behaviors and support behavioral plans to increase engagement
• Ability to work effectively on teams, including cross-departmental teams
• Knowledge of standard computer systems including Outlook and Word
• Ability to work with detailed and confidential information
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with parents, caregivers, team, and external partners
• Demonstrate a positive outlook and ability to adapt to change
• Passion for the mission, by believing in the abilities of people with disabilities
• Awareness of, sensitivity to, and competence in supporting people with developmental disabilities

education and work experience:

Any combination of education or work experience that meets job expectations; including but not limited to:

• Education Degree in applicable field
• Specialized certificate
• Applicable work or volunteer experience

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 years of a Valid California Driver’s License/ID 
• 3 years of a Clean Driving Record (if applicable)
• Proof of negative TB test results 
• Verification of physical clearance
• Passing a criminal fingerprint clearance 
• 21 years of age for driving positions
• 18 years of age or older

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:

Accommodations made upon request to Human Resources:

• Ability to physically respond to adults with developmental disabilities
• Ability to lift/support at least 40 lbs as needed
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend frequently
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time and support adults with developmental disabilities on community outings
• Ability to drive company vehicles to transport participants
• Ability to sit and keyboard as needed

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 

Abilitypath is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry (including language-use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license), citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, or other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AbilityPath will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination against, harassment of, or disrespectful or unprofessional conduct toward an employee based upon any of the protected characteristics listed above or based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful. #HPAP