Confectionery Job Coach

Achieving True Self • Greensburg, PA

70d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves supporting individuals in developing job skills and achieving career goals within our confectionery operations. The Job Coach will work closely with employees to enhance their strengths, provide guidance, and foster a supportive work environment. This is more than just a job — it's an opportunity to use your skills to empower others in a creative and meaningful way.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Prior experience in candy making, baking, or food production.
• Exceptional customer service or sales/retail experience.
• Experience supporting or working with neurodiverse individuals.
• Patience, creativity, and a team-first mindset.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to rapid changes in the daily work environment and be resourceful in solving problems.
• Must be able to handle cash and credit card transactions; ensures accuracy in POS entries and change provided.
• to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to work in small, shared spaces in a production environment.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Ability to demonstrate alignment with and actively embody mission, vision, values, and beliefs in actions, decisions, and communications at all times.

Nice To Haves

• Proven experience as a Job Coach or in a similar role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in making handcrafted candy and other sweet confections.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety in the kitchen.
• Provide excellent customer service and manage daily sales transactions.
• Support neurodiverse individuals in developing job skills.
• Serve as a mentor and positive role model in a work-based setting.
• Help create an inclusive, encouraging, and fun environment for all staff.
• Develop and implement individualized job coaching and employment plans.
• Communicate with employees to understand their goals and aspirations.
• Assist employees in overcoming personal barriers and setting achievable objectives.
• Assess individual strengths and teach effective utilization in the workplace.
• Guide employees in learning and completing job tasks efficiently.
• Provide coaching in job search techniques and career development.
• Support individuals with developing social and life skills.
• Advise on workplace accommodations to promote inclusivity.
• Collaborate with marketing team to support social media efforts and community relations.
• Attend external events to promote products and/or the workplace training program.
• Monitor and evaluate employee progress, maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Other job duties as assigned by other Achievers and/or supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive, bi-weekly pay with paid time off and floating holidays (for eligible team members).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, supplemental insurance, and short-term disability (for eligible team members).
• Employee discounts on SpectroDolce products.
• Employee Assistance Program (free and confidential) offering mental health, financial health, legal services, wellness resources, and a discount program (including pet insurance!).
• Career development opportunities
• Tuition discounts, college partnerships, and continued education opportunities for those who want to pursue further studies in psychology, special education, social work, and more.
• Diversity and inclusion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED