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Community Based Day Program Instructor

Achievement House, Inc.
Lompoc, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2026

Does it excite you to know you made a difference in someone's life during your work day? Are you someone who enjoys helping others and giving back to your community?

Are you looking to stay a career in Social Services, Human Services, Psychology or Sociology?

We have the perfect career for you!

Achievement House Inc. (AHI) is a local nonprofit that has served the Central Coast for almost 70 years. Our mission at AHI is dedicated to providing services that encourage and support individuals with disabilities, so that they may successfully achieve their personal and professional goals.

As a Day Program Instructor, you will be providing support and training to the individuals served in community integrated settings that relate to the person-centered goals of the participants. This is great opportunity for those who love teaching, are creative, and enjoy spending time in the community. The anticipated schedule will be:
Temporary Hours - Tuesday thru Saturday 9:30-5:30 (first 6-8 weeks)
Regular Hours - Mon thru Fri 9:30-4p

AHI's Perks & Benefits

  • Annual Sick Leave for all employees
  • Paid-Time Off for all full-time employees
  • 8 Paid Holidays per year
  • Excellent medical, dental vision packages for full time employees!
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Plan for your future with our competitive retirement plan and annual contribution!
  • Annual evaluations and performance based pay increases!.
  • $250 hiring bonus after 90/180 days!

Typical day-to-day activities include:

  • Provide individuals with continuous instructions for independent community and vocational skills objectives that guarantee and correspond with abilities and development.

  • Ensure compliance with Individuals ISP and services stated in the Service Design. Supply instructions and techniques as considered necessary by the Individuals ISP.

  • Teach and endorse the proper activities, along with the suitable use of time.

  • Coordinate, document, and review activity schedules for Individuals served.

  • Instruct Individuals on achieving and maintaining adaptive skills and suitable behaviors.

Requirements:

  • Must have a valid driver's license as driving is a must for this position
  • Must be able to successfully pass a LiveScan background check
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be patient, compassionate, and able to be a role model for adults with disabilities!
  • Basic computer/technology skills and knowledge

This is a full-time position and the anticipated hiring rate is $23.00 per hour plus benefits and perks.

Offered compensation: $23/hr

Experience and License Requirements
  • Activities Coordinator (optional)
  • Curriculum (optional)
  • Day Program (optional)
  • Driver's License
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Instructor
  • Teacher (optional)

Salary : $23 - $250

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