Confectionery Assistant Job Coach

Job Coach-SpectroDolce Confectionery

Location: Greensburg and Irwin, PA.

Job Type: Part-Time, Hourly position
*This is not a seasonal position. We do not hire for summer only.

Schedule: Hours of operation are Greensburg: Monday-Saturday 11am-8pm, Sunday 11am-5pm. Irwin: M-F 8a-630pm, Saturday 11a-5p, Closed on Sunday. Candidates must be willing to work evenings and weekends. Schedules might vary based on business needs and staff availability.

Are you passionate about sweet treats and making a positive impact in your community? Here at SpectroDolce we create and sell sweets with a mission. We’re looking for organized, highly-motivated, and compassionate individuals with experience in candy making, bakery operations, retail sales, and a passion to support neurodiverse individuals to join our team!

This is more than just a job — it's an opportunity to use your skills to empower others in a creative and meaningful way.

Position Overview: This role involves supporting individuals in developing job skills and achieving career goals within our confectionery operations. The Assistant Job Coach will work closely with leadership, and Job Coaches to develop our associates to enhance their strengths, provide guidance, and foster a supportive work environment.​

Key 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.
• Provide input on the development of 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

Who We’re Looking For:

• Interest in candy making, baking, or food production.
• Exceptional customer service or sales/retail experience.
• Desire to support and work 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.
• Must be able to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced work environment.
• Exceptional hygiene skills.
• 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.

What We Offer:

• 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 Is there a training program or certification that would help you succeed in your role? Let us know! We want to ensure you have a clear path for growth and advancement.
• 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 – ATS thrives on diversity and fosters an environment where team members from all backgrounds can feel valued.

How to Apply:

Email your resume and a brief introduction to recruiting@achievingtrueself.com, apply on our website at www.achievingtrueself.com, or stop by Achieving True Self at 1015 Pennsylvania Ave, Irwin, PA to apply in person. We can’t wait to meet you!

Our Mission: 

At SpectroDolce, we create pathways to both independence and inclusion for neurodiverse individuals with autism through employment and social connection. 

Achieving True Self is passionately cultivating and inspiring growth through the delivery of evidence-based treatment to assist individuals, families, organizations and their surrounding communities to achieve their self-defined goals. Through a supportive organizational culture focused on developing and retaining team members, we are determined to change the world by instilling hope and helping each person whose life we touch achieve their truest self.

Achieving True Self is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that celebrates differences and thrives on diversity. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of their age, ancestry, color, citizenship status, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, orientation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any protected category or characteristic prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

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Achieving True Self is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.