Associate Instructor - PT - Small Group Employment

Hours: Part Time, Monday through Friday (3-4 days per week).

Between 8am-6pm

Overview

As a Small Group Employment Work Associate Instructor, you’ll play a key role in preparing individuals for meaningful, community‑integrated employment.

In this position, you will provide pre‑employment training, support individuals in developing work habits and vocational skills, and ensure a safe, engaging, and growth‑focused environment.

This non‑exempt role reports to the Small Group Employment Work Services Instructor and requires adaptability across diverse work training settings, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to our agency mission, values, and code of conduct.

What You’ll Bring



* A genuine passion for helping individuals develop independence and vocational success.


* Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.


* The ability to supervise, train, and encourage individuals across a variety of work environments.


* A collaborative mindset focused on teamwork, program improvement, and consumer progress.


* A commitment to health, safety, and adherence to all regulatory and programmatic requirements.


* Professionalism when interacting with businesses, coworkers, and individuals receiving services.

What You’ll Have



* High school diploma or equivalent


* Experience in the human services field or demonstrated aptitude for the role


* Must be 18 years of age or older


* Ability to maintain accurate documentation and follow agency procedures


* Skills in practical problem‑solving, safety awareness, and supporting individualized needs


* Ability to complete required trainings, certifications, and annual in‑service hours


* Flexibility to adapt to changes in duties, scheduling, or program needs

A Typical Day May Include



* Supporting individuals in developing job skills, workplace behavior, communication skills, and independence.


* Implementing safety procedures, maintaining supervision levels, and responding to health concerns.


* Assisting individuals during fire drills or emergency evacuations.


* Completing accurate daily documentation, including progress notes, incident reports, attendance, and assessments.


* Supervising and coaching individuals through work activities designed to support competitive, community‑integrated employment.


* Participating in ISP meetings, team discussions, and staffing to support program goals.


* Helping develop curriculum, adaptive materials, and individualized training plans.


* Training new staff and serving as a positive role model in the program.


* Coordinating with contract managers and instructors to ensure high‑quality services at assigned contract sites.


* Maintaining professional relationships with businesses and supporting customer satisfaction.


* Keeping the work area clean, organized, and safe while promoting health and safety practices to consumers....