Dutton Farm Inc.

Pay: $60,000.00 per year

Job description:

Our Mission

Dutton Farm supports individuals with developmental disabilities to live a life of purpose, inclusion, and dignity.

More about Dutton Farm: https://duttonfarm.org/

Job Overview
The Job Developer plays a vital role in helping individuals with disabilities discover their strengths, explore career interests, and achieve successful, long-term employment in the community. This position works directly with participants and employers to build inclusive workplaces, foster independence, and support a person-centered approach to career development.

Duties

• Guide participants through the Discovery process to identify interests, skills, and job preferences.
• Collaborate with the Job Developer Manager to identify meaningful job opportunities and develop employer partnerships.
• Conduct intake interviews and assessments with new participants.
• Coordinate and oversee apprenticeships, interviews, and onboarding for job seekers.
• Support participants and Job Coaches during the first day of employment, ensuring a smooth transition.
• Facilitate all necessary employment documentation between the participant, employer, and organization.
• Maintain accurate case notes, progress reports, and communication with the Workforce Development team.
• Step in to substitute for Job Coaches as needed to maintain participant support and program consistency.

Qualifications

• Must embrace the mission and values of Dutton Farm
• Must be able to commit to 40 hours per week
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Communications or related field.
• Must obtain and maintain required training
• Have strong interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills
• Experience working with people with disabilities
• Possess the skills to guide and motivate participants and Job Coaches
• Be committed to excellent communication with Dutton Farm participants, staff, parents, and auxiliary organizations
• Be organized and exhibit “follow through” on tasks and goals
• Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense and good listening ability
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and Google Calendar

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance