Vocational Training Instructor

Exciting new position in the VTEC (Vocational Training and Empowerment Center) Program. Seeking an individual to assist in teaching various vocational disciplines to assist individuals to be work ready upon competition of their course studies.

Responsible for the implementation of Opportunity Enterprises’ Vocational Training and Empowerment Center’s (VTEC) curriculum. This position will provide training, education, and ongoing coaching to students who are transitioning to the workforce and gaining certification through a post-secondary experience. Disciplines of instruction are soft-skills, along with Industrial Production, Electronic Recycling, Food Service, Custodial, and Hospitality.

• Effectively implement and teach a vocational-based curriculum
• Introduce basic concepts of community employment

• Determines the best method to deliver needed training; prepares materials, locations, and supplies accordingly
• Explains and demonstrates jobs and tasks to be performed
• Explains, demonstrates, and emphasizes all safety aspects of jobs and tasks
• Schedules, organizes and provides supplemental training when necessary
• Provide Job Coaching services to individuals placed within a partner business
• Other duties as assigned by the manager/director

Physical Requirements

• Move up to 25 pounds without assistance

• Move 50 pounds assisted
• Stand for long periods of time

• Sit for long periods of time

Qualifications

• Strong ability to collaborate with community agencies and partners
• High level of professionalism
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal relations
• Sound judgment
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• High level of dependability

• Must have high school diploma/GED
• Must be 18 years or older
• Vocational training preferred
• Certified Production Technician (CPT) certification preferred

Benefits to all Employees:

• Accrued Time Off
• Partial Holiday Pay
• Partial Paid Birthday off!
• Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
• Employee referral program
• Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
• FSA accounts
• Paid Mileage
• Employee recognition events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Extensive training
• Flexible Hours
• CPR/First Aid training

Additional Benefits to Full-Time Employees:

• 401K w/ 5% company matching
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid day off on Birthday!
• PTO
• Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
• HSA Accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Casual Fridays
• Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)

About Opportunity Enterprises

Founded in 1967, we are a nonprofit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential and live full, enriching lives. Our vision is to create a fully integrated community where life for persons with developmental disabilities is valuable, purposeful, and fulfilling. We believe it is possible to make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve by accepting people as they are and supporting them in achieving their fullest growth and development. We know that well-trained and motivated staff is at the core of helping us achieve our vision. Our employees work hard to ensure that our clients are heard and given the resources they need to be self-sufficient. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages innovation and change to help our employees continuously learn and grow.

Make a difference today! Please fill out our brief application and– we’ll be in touch soon!!