Immersion Services

MAKE INCLUSION YOUR MISSION!

We empower people with special needs to achieve their full potential through innovative inclusive programs and community partnerships.

AbilityPath is looking for talented and resourceful people who believe in the abilities of ALL people including those with special needs. We offer a diverse and rewarding work environment where YOU can make a difference!

Immersion Program Coordinator

AbilityPath is looking for an Immersion Program Coordinator to join our team serving the San Mateo Peninsula!
This role plays a key part in our new Work Readiness Immersion Programsupporting adults with disabilities as they build employment skills workplace behaviors and confidence through classroom-based instruction and person-centered planning.

Compensation: $27-$29/hr

ABOUT US

We are a non-profit organization providing 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 foster a culture where everyone belongsstaff and participants alike. 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 employee experience with a focus on career development collaboration wellness and recognition. Our benefits include:

• 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 and professional development opportunities
  *Full-time staff only

WHAT WE VALUE

• Passion for our mission

• Interest in working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• Teamwork collaboration and supportive communication

• Thoughtfulness adaptability and willingness to learn

• A shared commitment to DEI and creating a community where all individuals can represent themselves authentically

We strongly encourage BIPOC LGBTQ disabled and/or multiply marginalized people to apply. AbilityPath is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse talent across all teams.

ABOUT THE ROLE: Immersion Program Coordinator

The Immersion Program Coordinator is responsible for the daily operations curriculum development classroom instruction and case management of AbilityPaths Work Readiness Immersion Program. This program prepares adults with disabilities for successful employment by teaching workplace skills soft skills and independent living fundamentals.

Responsibilities include:

• Design and deliver a work-readiness curriculum aligned with program goals

• Facilitate engaging person-centered classroom instruction

• Manage day-to-day program operations and support program growth

• Oversee case management including assessments goal setting progress tracking and monthly reporting

• Supervise train and support Immersion Instructor(s) as the program expands

• Maintain accurate documentation attendance authorizations and compliance tasks

• Act as the primary liaison with the Department of Rehabilitation and other partners

• Communicate effectively with caregivers families counselors and community stakeholders

• Support participants in the community when needed (job fairs job coaching/job development)

• Provide high-quality customer service and uphold all participant rights and regulatory standards

• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

In our commitment to inclusive hiring we recognize that traditional qualifications have sometimes been used to exclude marginalized candidates. The qualifications listed below may be helpful but we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of them. A combination of lived and learned experience is valued.

Helpful experience includes:

• Bachelors degree in Human Services Education Rehabilitation or related field

• Experience teaching adults in a classroom or group setting

• Experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities

• Background in employment services vocational training or job development

• Experience writing reports case notes or utilizing case management systems

HIRING REQUIREMENTS

• Valid California Drivers License/ID (3 years preferred)

• Clean driving record (if applicable)

• Negative TB test results

• Occupational physical clearance

• Ability to pass a criminal fingerprint background clearance

• 21 years of age for driving positions; 18 for all other candidates

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

AbilityPath encourages applicants to share access needs during the hiring process after onboarding and throughout employment. We recognize that each person has unique needs and are committed to an ongoing evaluation of accessibility.

Physical expectations may include:

• Ability to respond physically to adults with developmental disabilities

• Ability to lift/support at least 40 lbs as needed

• Ability to sit stand stoop bend and walk for extended periods

• Ability to support participants during community outings

• Ability to sit and keyboard for documentation needs

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 drivers 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.