As a Work Readiness Instructor - Employment Trainer at Families Forward, you'll be part of a team dedicated to helping individuals gain the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. In this teaching role, you get to make a real difference in our local community in South Portland, ME. And with competitive pay and benefits like medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, a future mom's program, and life insurance, you'll feel supported and valued every step of the way.

ABOUT OUR HUMAN SERVICES NONPROFIT

Founded in 1935, the Fedcap Group is the parent company of a growing number of top-tier nonprofit agencies dedicated to serving over 300,000 children and adults each year across the United States and the United Kingdom. Families Forward was created to meet the needs of the people in Maine. We're a human services organization committed to helping individuals obtain long-term economic well-being. We work hard to provide access to employment, training, education, and community resources.

Nearly 60% of our staff have lived in Maine for over 20 years. "Mainers" to the core, our team models the strong work ethic and integrity our state is known for. We value each and every employee! This is why we provide competitive compensation, robust benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A WORK READINESS INSTRUCTOR - EMPLOYMENT TRAINER

As a Work Readiness Instructor - Employment Trainer at our human services nonprofit, you play a crucial role in empowering our program participants to secure meaningful employment! With your dedication and teaching expertise, you deliver engaging training sessions and professional development activities that prepare our participants for success. You take the time to establish strong relationships with our participants, fostering an environment of trust and support. Through your dynamic approach to life skills, wellness, and employer-based training, you equip our participants with the tools they need to thrive in the workplace. And, you don't stop there! You also provide monthly professional development opportunities for our staff, keeping everyone up-to-date on HIPPA regulations and work habits.

As a true collaborator, you work closely with our vocational evaluation and employment services staff to develop a curriculum that is tailored to the unique needs of each participant. You use a variety of resources to ensure that your classes are engaging and informative, from handouts and workbooks to web-based tools and other training materials. You go above and beyond to track each participant's progress, providing daily homework and personalized case notes that highlight their achievements and next steps. And, when a participant misses an appointment, you reach out to them to help them reschedule.

Additionally, you work with our placement specialists to organize hiring fairs, industry panels, and practice interview sessions that connect our participants with local employers. You take pride in representing our nonprofit and its values, and it brings you great joy to know that you are making a difference in the lives of our participants and the community as a whole.

WHAT IS REQUIRED TO BE A WORK READINESS INSTRUCTOR - EMPLOYMENT TRAINER?

• Bachelor's degree OR equivalent education and experience
• 3+ years of experience working with individuals seeking opportunities for employment
• Covid-19 vaccination

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are also essential. If you have the necessary qualifications to be successful in this teaching role, we encourage you to apply to join our human services nonprofit today!

HOW TO APPLY

If you think this teaching job is a fit for what you are looking for, then applying is a snap. We value your time, so we have a quick initial application. Good luck!

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