Occupational Training Coach

Key Industries; Fredericton; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Fredericton is seeking an Occupational Training Coach to design and implement experiential learning tasks for individuals with disabilities. This hybrid role requires coordinating job simulation training, adapting sessions to participant needs, and providing one-on-one support to build workplace confidence. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and a strong understanding of regional labor market trends.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in training or facilitating adult learners is preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage schedules independently.
• A Criminal Background Check and Driver’s Abstract are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate job simulation training sessions with agencies and organizations.
• Develop individualized training session plans reflecting participants' goals.
• Deliver training using a strengths-based approach focused on experiential learning.

Skills

Knowledge of regional labour market trends

Experience in training adult learners

Excellent oral and written communication

Adaptability & flexible thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or Social Sciences

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

JOB TITLE Occupational Training Coach

REPORTS TO Employment Services Manager

ABOUT US

Key Industries has been providing services to people with disabilities since 1974. We are an “Employment First” agency offering a wide range of pre-employment programs, social and community programs, and supports for those with complex needs.Key Industries has transitioned from a sheltered model to an agency that provides a wide range of outreach programs meeting the needs of all individuals with a disability. We believe in the possibilities for all people and are proud of the services that we provide.

OUR MISSION

Providing employment-first programs and personalized services to empower persons with a disability to achieve personal, community and economic independence.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Employment Division of Key Industries is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team and fill the role of Occupational Training Coach in the Fredericton region of New Brunswick! In this position, the successful applicant will be responsible for designing and implementing experiential learning tasks in simulated work environments. This role plays a key part in supporting individuals with disabilities to develop the confidence and skills they need to reach their employment goals through hands-on, experiential learning. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to lead a new and exciting project with an established organization that is creating innovative solutions to increase and support labour market participation for persons with disabilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and schedule job simulation training sessions with EAS agencies and community organizations.
• Develop and adapt individualized training session plans that reflect participants’ goals, skills, and learning needs.
• Deliver training using a strengths-based, person-centered approach with a focus on experiential learning.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to participants with disabilities to help build workplace confidence and skills.
• Utilize the prompting hierarchy (Independent, Gestural, Verbal, Model, Physical) to support task completion and promote independence.
• Track participant progress, complete assessments, and document results.
• Report program outcomes using the provincial database system.
• Conduct follow-up with program graduates to evaluate outcomes and provide additional support where needed.
• Market the program to increase awareness, participation, and referrals.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to improve program delivery and identify new opportunities for impact.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• A bachelor’s degree in education, Social Sciences, or a related field is preferred
• Knowledge of regional labour market trends and entry-level job openings
• Experience or knowledge in training or facilitating adult learners is preferred
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage schedules independently
• Adaptability & flexible thinking
• Understanding of MS Office Suite and ability to write reports are required
• Excellent oral and written communication, French is considered an asset
• A strong sense of discretion and confidentiality is required
• This role requires a valid Driver’s License and the regular use of your own reliable vehicle
• A Criminal Background Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Driver’s Abstract required

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

This is a hybrid role based in Fredericton. The individual will work remotely when preparing for client sessions and will travel to various community partner organizations for regular meetings with staff and job seekers accessing the job simulation services.

HOW TO APPLY

Due to the high volume of applications received by the agency, we will only accept applications via BambooHR at this time. Failure to apply in the requested manner may exclude your candidacy for hiring consideration.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE

The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its environment change.

All candidates must submit to a criminal record check with vulnerable sectors and a Social Development check prior to employment with Key Industries.