Project Search Skills Trainer

The Arc of Prince George's County; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

403(b) retirement plan with employer  

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

The Arc Prince George’s County is seeking a Skills Trainer to supervise and assist individuals with disabilities in developing employment and social skills. The role involves on-site training, documenting progress, and coordinating with families and employers to secure meaningful work opportunities.

The position runs Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm in Upper Marlboro, MD, with travel to community job sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with one year of relevant experience OR high school diploma with three years of relevant experience.
• Experience in a vocational or employment setting preferred.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coach and support students in developing workplace, communication, and social skills.
• Provide individualized on-site job training and ongoing employment support.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with families, employers, educators, and service providers to support successful employment outcomes.
• Build positive relationships with students, supervisors, and community employers.
• Help students overcome workplace challenges and develop strategies for success.
• Assist with the transition from Project SEARCH to ongoing employment services.
• Travel to community job sites to provide coaching and support.
• Complete required training, reports, and other assigned responsibilities in a timely manner.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

About the Organization:

The Arc Prince George’s County serves more than 600 individuals with disabilities through a variety of programs, services and supports. Our primary areas of support are community living, family and personal supports, employment services, and day programs - all with an emphasis on person-centered community involvement and inclusion. To learn more about us, please visit www.thearcofpgc.org.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Project Skill Director, the Skills Trainer responsibilities are to supervise and assist people in developing employment and social skills. These skills are required to integrate the person into a competitive employment opportunity in the community. Assures quality of services provided are consistent with The Arc, PGCPS and Host site mission and values; this position has no direct reports.

Schedule:

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 am. to 3:30 pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coach and support students in developing workplace, communication, and social skills.
• Provide individualized on-site job training and ongoing employment support.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with families, employers, educators, and service providers to support successful employment outcomes.
• Build positive relationships with students, supervisors, and community employers.
• Help students overcome workplace challenges and develop strategies for success.
• Assist with the transition from Project SEARCH to ongoing employment services.
• Travel to community job sites to provide coaching and support.
• Complete required training, reports, and other assigned responsibilities in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities OR a high school diploma and at least three years of relevant experience.
• Experience in a vocational or employment setting preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Reliable, punctual, detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to work collaboratively while maintaining respectful and professional interactions.

Total Rewards:

The Arc offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, to include medical, dental and vision plans. A 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match, tuition reimbursement, benevolence program, paid holidays, generous paid time-off, paid training, company paid life insurance, and much more!