We are looking for a highly motivated individuals to expand our Instructor teams in Chula Vista! Our mission is to enhance and enrich the lives of People with Disabilities by employing and empowering them in their communities. At Unyeway, Inc., you will join a mission-driven organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across San Diego County. We value teamwork, professionalism, and creating a supportive environment for both staff and the people we serve. Position Overview As an Instructor, you will provide direct support in the day program working with individuals with mild to profound developmental disabilities. You will engage with our population through daily activities and supporting individualized goals that foster independence, skill development, and meaningful interaction. In this role, you will collaborate with other staff to support our clients in building daily living skills and providing care based on their needs. Essential Functions include, but are not Limited to: Organize daily activities and instruct, plan, and motivate program participant. Ensure provision of consumer care and supervision, including communication. Develop and follow individual schedules/goals to ensure that program and individual goals are implemented. Ensure that participants who are incontinent remain clean and dry at all times. Monitor hydration and nutrition for participants appropriate to their needs and ensuring safety on what they consume. Plan and schedule community integration activities and outings. Ensure that the least restrictive method of instruction is used and ensures that each participants rights are safeguarded. Report any witnessed, suspected, or reported consumer abuse or neglect under the mandated reporter requirements. Uphold the safety and welfare of participants and report any accidents, incidents, hazards, or unsafe conditions to management. Other functions as assigned to ensure the agency standards, practices, policies and procedures are met.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.). One (1) year experience in a closely related field. Must hold a valid California Driver's License.

Additional Preferred:

Experience working with Adults with Developmental Disabilities.

Compensation and Schedule:

$23-$25 per hour 40 hours per week, M-F, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Good manual dexterity for assisting participants and completing program tasks. Safely supervise and support participants during community activities.

Benefits:

Unyeway, Inc. offers competitive salary and benefits packages for full-time employees. Paid Time Off, including

Sick, Holiday, Vacation and Bereavement Leave, Paid Jury Duty Retirement:

401(k) Retirement Plan Health & Wellness Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans Employee Assistance Program 100% Employer-paid Term Life and AD&D and Long-term Disability Insurance Unyeway, Inc. was founded in 1983 as a non-profit organization committed to providing quality employment opportunities, training, and day programs for adults with intellectual and physical disabilities residing in San Diego County. We pride ourselves on the highly individualized and successful style of service provision we have established through working as a team.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid orientation Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): What interests you about the Instructor role at Unyeway, and how does your experience prepare you for this position?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

direct support and care: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

California Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person