Part-Time - Community Coach - Direct Support Professional

Part-time Community Coach

Join a team that's been recognized as a Top Workplace four years in a row — 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026! Via is hiring a part-time Community Coach who is passionate about supporting individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence, confidence, and connection. Success comes in this role from having a genuine interest or passion for working with individuals with disabilities.

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 — a nationally recognized credentialing path that celebrates your growth and commitment.

You will enjoy the following when working at VIA:

• Flexible work schedule. Weekends are not required.
• Casual work attire.
• Education assistance up to $3,125 per year for part-time employees.
• Education incentive: earn more when you obtain a degree or certification.
• Professional Development Opportunities: NADSP Career Ladder Program – earn an additional $1.75/hour once all three levels have been completed.
• Special employee events such as raffles, work anniversary celebrations, recognition awards and monthly celebration events.
• Paid training and mileage reimbursement.

As a part-time Community Coach - Direct Support Professional you will:

• Assist individuals with disabilities in attaining their social and work-related goals.
• Work independently in the community.
• Visit museums, attend local events, and help participants volunteer.
• Use your creativity to plan activities for the individuals you support.
• Collaborate with fellow team members.

Qualifications and 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.