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Advo Companies, Inc.

Vocational Trainer

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$10.25/hr

The Vocational Trainer provides vocational training to adults with intellectual and physical disabilities in a sheltered workshop setting. He/she shares responsibilities with other vocational ...

Advo Companies, Inc.

Vocational Trainer

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$10.25/hr

The Vocational Trainer provides vocational training to adults with intellectual and physical disabilities in a sheltered workshop setting. He/she shares responsibilities with other vocational ...

Pathways to Independence

Job Developer

Kearny, NJ · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

PTI was founded in 1978, as a sheltered workshop, by a group of concerned community members who recognized the need in the West Hudson, South Bergen areas for vocational training and employment for ...

Pathways to Independence

Job Developer

Kearny, NJ · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

PTI was founded in 1978, as a sheltered workshop, by a group of concerned community members who recognized the need in the West Hudson, South Bergen areas for vocational training and employment for ...

Pathways to Independence

Vocational Specialist

Kearny, NJ · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

PTI was founded in 1978, as a sheltered workshop, by a group of concerned community members who recognized the need in the West Hudson, South Bergen areas for vocational training and employment for ...

Pathways to Independence

Behavioral Specialist

Kearny, NJ · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

PTI was founded in 1978, as a sheltered workshop, by a group of concerned community members who recognized the need in the West Hudson, South Bergen areas for vocational training and employment for ...

Pathways to Independence

Behavioral Specialist

Kearny, NJ · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

PTI was founded in 1978, as a sheltered workshop, by a group of concerned community members who recognized the need in the West Hudson, South Bergen areas for vocational training and employment for ...

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How much do sheltered workshop jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for sheltered workshop in the United States is $40.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.34 and $44.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sheltered workshop?

A Sheltered Workshop is a supervised workplace designed for individuals with disabilities, offering structured employment in a supportive environment. These workshops provide job training, skill development, and opportunities for workers to perform tasks like packaging, assembly, or light manufacturing. They aim to help individuals gain work experience, build confidence, and sometimes transition to competitive employment. Compensation may vary and is often based on productivity levels.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in a sheltered workshop?

A typical day in a sheltered workshop involves performing repetitive tasks such as assembling products, packaging items, inspecting parts, or completing light manufacturing work, often as part of a team. Supervision and support are provided by staff members to ensure safety and consistency, and the pace of work is typically adjusted to meet each individual's abilities. Workdays may also include scheduled breaks, social opportunities, and occasional skill-building activities. This structure helps create a predictable and supportive environment where employees can develop work skills at their own pace.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the sheltered workshop position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a sheltered workshop environment, strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a willingness to follow instructions are essential, with no formal educational qualifications typically required. Basic familiarity with assembly line tools, packaging equipment, or production machinery may be helpful depending on the workshop's focus. Reliability, patience, and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a supportive team are valuable soft skills in this setting. These qualities help ensure the quality and accuracy of the work produced while fostering a positive, inclusive workplace.

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Infographic showing various Sheltered Workshop job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 29% Full Time, 57% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,350 per year, or $40.1 per hour.

Direct Support Professional, Vocational Services (Call-in)

Allied Services

Scranton, PA • On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the administrative supervision of the Community Participation Support Manager, the position is responsible for the social/vocational development of individuals enrolled in the Community Participation Supports Program of the Vocational Training Facility. Instructs, supervises and coordinates activities of employees engaged in assembling parts or assemblies into units in support of workshop contracts.

Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the individuals served.

Type of supervision exercised: Full. Jobs reporting to this position: Ten production employees

EDUCATION:

High school graduate or equivalent required.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

One year's experience working with individuals who are mentally/physically disabled is required. Good communication and interpersonal skills are required.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Good verbal and written skills and interpersonal skills required for effective communication with employees, trainees, and management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Medium Work: Duties require exerting 25 to 50 pounds of force occasionally (approximately 10-33% of shift), and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently (approximately 33-66% of shift), and/or greater than negligible amount up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Good visual acuity for quality control inspection of product.

Must be able to transport self throughout facility.

Individual must be able to meet specific physical requirements (i.e. packing items, reaching, bending, stooping, twisting, standing, walking, stacking, and wrapping skids -- lifting various weights) which are presently established and which are revised periodically.

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS:

Exposure to production process of a sheltered workshop as well as exposure to body substances and communicable diseases.

Position also requires individual crisis intervention techniques (i.e. individual restraint, redirection, etc.) as described in job duties.

Exposure to Community Environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed within a production setting of a sheltered workshop with exposure to noise, equipment, pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.

Community participation is performed within a community setting with increase exposure to meaningful experiences with non-handicapped individuals.

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