Ash & Co Vocational Associate

Heartshare Human Services Of New York•Queens, NY

About The Position

The Ash & Co Vocational Associate is a hands-on position in a social enterprise that provides individuals with developmental disabilities meaningful, real-world work experience. Associates participate in the operation of a small business, including product creation, inventory management, order fulfillment, sales, and customer engagement, in a supportive, structured environment. The role develops transferable job skills through purposeful, production-based work. Associates rotate among responsibilities based on their strengths, building independence, confidence, and workplace readiness while contributing to an operational business. Participation provides experience with task completion, teamwork, communication, and tools and technology used in competitive employment settings. HeartShare Human Services of New York supports and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization describes its work as championing and empowering New Yorkers who have often been overlooked and underestimated.

Requirements

Ability to remain seated for periods of time.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, and lift items up to 25 pounds.
Ability to focus on a task.
Ability to follow directions.
Good fine motor skills.

Nice To Haves

No experience in design is required.

Responsibilities

Create bracelets and keychains by following visual models or original designs.
Select and organize beads according to color, size, and pattern; string and assemble products with attention to detail and quality.
Follow multi-step directions, maintain product consistency, and assist with preparing materials and restocking supplies.
Package finished products according to brand standards and label items accurately, including size, style, and pricing when applicable.
Prepare orders for delivery or shipment; match orders to completed products.
Sort and organize beads and other materials, track inventory levels, identify low supplies, and assist with counting and stocking products.
Input and track orders using computers and tools such as Excel, Google Forms, and Shopify; print receipts and order forms; assist with basic data entry and organization.
Assist at events or pop-ups by interacting with customers, communicating product information, assisting with purchases, and using an iPad register to complete transactions.
Package items for customers at the point of sale and assist with delivering products within the community.
Identify delivery locations and staff, and represent Ash & Co in a professional and friendly manner.
Help set up and break down event displays, organize products for visual presentation, and support the team during sales events and markets.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and level of the position and applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Benefits

Paid vacation, sick, and personal days, and holidays.
403(B) retirement plan with employer contribution.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Flexible spending account for dependent care, medical, parking, and transit.
Employee appreciation programs and events.
Tuition assistance program.
Professional development opportunities.
Wellhub discount.
Verizon Wireless discount.
BJ's Membership discount.
Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates, and more.