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Travel Trainer - New London, CT Area

1/22/2026

As a Travel Trainer, you will teach individuals how to safely use public transportation and create individualized travel training plans. You will also assess participants, track their progress, and maintain communication with transit providers.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

The Kennedy Center, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization established in 1951 as a grassroots effort initiated by parents of children with intellectual disabilities. The Kennedy Center empowers people with disabilities to reach their full potential. Headquartered in Trumbull, Connecticut, The Kennedy Center provides statewide services, with a focus in Fairfield and New Haven Counties. The Kennedy Center is one of the largest and most highly regarded community rehabilitation organizations in the state. We support the special needs of children, teens, adults and seniors who have intellectual, developmental, mental health, physical, and other disabilities, focusing on their individual needs, dreams and aspirations while supporting them to thrive in their communities. We provide a wide range of services and supports: • Developmental, Independent Living Assessments • Therapeutic Services • Competitive Integrated and Supported Employment We believe in challenging the status quo, building community, creating purpose and ensuring inclusion.

About the Role

Description

Travel Trainer – New London, CT Area

Full-Time | Frequent Travel Required

Empower Independence. Build Community.

Looking for meaningful work where every day makes a real difference?
Join The Kennedy Collective, a mission-driven nonprofit that has empowered people with disabilities to live, work, and thrive across Connecticut for more than 75 years.

As a Travel Trainer, you’ll support individuals in building safe, confident, and independent transportation skills—opening doors to employment, education, and community life.

Important Location & Travel Note:
This role primarily serves individuals in the New London area. However, frequent travel is required, including attendance at new hire orientation at our Trumbull, CT headquarters (approximately two days) and ongoing travel throughout your territory.

What You’ll Do

Teach individuals how to safely use public transportation
Create and implement individualized travel training plans
Assess participants and track progress through documentation
Support communication with transit providers
Conduct outreach and maintain referral relationships
Travel regularly to community sites and trainings

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

High school diploma required (Bachelor’s preferred)
1+ year experience working with people with disabilities
Valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle (required)
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours
Strong communication and independent work skills
Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk ½ mile
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally

About The Kennedy CollectiveFor more than 75 years, The Kennedy Collective has been committed to creating opportunity, dignity, and inclusion for people with disabilities across Connecticut. Our work is guided by our core values: Challenging the Status Quo, Building Community, Creating Purpose, and Ensuring Inclusion.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities—including Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans—to apply.

Key Skills

Public TransportationTravel TrainingCommunicationDocumentationOutreachRelationship ManagementAssessmentIndependent WorkComputer Proficiency