Ash & Co Vocational Associate

Heartshare Human Services Of New York•Queens, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ash & Co Vocational Associate role is a dynamic, hands-on position within a social enterprise designed to provide individuals with developmental disabilities meaningful, real-world work experience. Associates actively participate in all aspects of a small business—from product creation and inventory management to order fulfillment, sales, and customer engagement—within a supportive, structured environment. This role emphasizes the development of transferable job skills through purposeful, production-based work. Associates rotate across responsibilities based on their strengths, building independence, confidence, and workplace readiness while contributing to a fully operational business. Through consistent participation, individuals gain experience with task completion, teamwork, communication, and the use of tools and technology commonly found in competitive employment settings.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

No experience in design required

Responsibilities

Create bracelets and keychains by following visual models or original designs
Select and organize beads based on color, size, and pattern
String and assemble products with attention to detail and quality
Follow multi-step directions to complete bracelet production
Maintain consistency across products
Assist in preparing materials and restocking supplies
Package finished products according to brand standards
Label items accurately (size, style, pricing if applicable)
Prepare orders for delivery or shipment
Sort and organize beads and materials
Track inventory levels and identify when supplies are low
Assist with counting and stocking products
Input and track orders using computers (e.g., Excel, Google Forms, Shopify)
Print receipts and order forms
Match orders to completed products
Assist in basic data entry and organization
Assist at events or pop-ups by interacting with customers
Use a point-of-sale system (iPad register) to complete transactions
Communicate product information and assist customers with purchases
Package items for customers at point of sale
Assist with delivering products within the community
Identify locations and staff for deliveries
Represent Ash & Co in a professional and friendly manner
Help set up and break down event displays
Organize products for visual presentation
Support team during sales events and markets
Performs other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope, responsibilities, and level of the position, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Benefits

Rewarding Work in a team environment.
Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
Tuition Assistance Program.
Professional Development opportunities.
Wellhub Discount
Verizon Wireless Discount.
BJs Membership discount.
Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more