Staff Development Educator
3 days ago
Middletown
Job DescriptionDescription: Responsible for managing, creating, developing, and designing training materials, tools, resources, and curriculum for the agency. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of the Agency and the OPWDD industry, be a confident public speaker with expertise on the latest tools and resources needed to improve employee training and performance. The trainer will also be responsible for evaluating the Agency's training needs, current practices, and creating and delivering a training development plan. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Develops and implements training programs, including but not limited to new staff orientation, recertifications, diversity, incident reporting, and other needs identified by the agency or regulatory bodies., 2. Presents training and development programs using various formats, including group discussion, lecture, demonstration/role play, and videos., 3. Possess the ability to train employees at all levels of the Agency., 4. Ability to think analytically, develop and maintain a reporting system to identify needs, risks, trends, workflows and streamline processes for overall Agency efficiency., 5. Ability to understand the challenges and changes the Agency and the human services industry faces and develop training plans to address., 6. Oversees documentation of training, ensuring it is disseminated to program and administrative staff to ensure compliance and accountability for having training completed., 7. Regularly reviews and assesses agency training needs to ensure staff are receiving the support they need to perform their position functions., 8. May assist in or complete writing grants or surveys designed to maximize or bring in training funds., 9. Develops, coordinates, and disseminates the training calendar and schedule., 10. Develops and provides training for trainers to maximize their abilities to impart information., 11. Develops training guides, information, presentations, and other tools using a variety of media and print methods., 12. Oversees communication of educational opportunities in the community to staff, encouraging the use of tools and programs available to further their academic goals., 13. Create training strategies, initiatives, and materials., 14. Excellent verbal and written communication skills., 15. Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions., 16. Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently., 17. Track and compile training data., 18. Participates in maintaining a safe, clean and orderly work environment., 19. May perform related duties as needed or required and designated by the Manager. Requirements: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Develops and implements training programs, including but not limited to new staff orientation, recertifications, diversity, incident reporting, and other needs identified by the agency or regulatory bodies., 2. Presents training and development programs using various formats, including group discussion, lecture, demonstration/role play, and videos., 3. Possess the ability to train employees at all levels of the Agency., 4. Ability to think analytically, develop and maintain a reporting system to identify needs, risks, trends, workflows and streamline processes for overall Agency efficiency., 5. Ability to understand the challenges and changes the Agency and the human services industry faces and develop training plans to address., 6. Oversees documentation of training, ensuring it is disseminated to program and administrative staff to ensure compliance and accountability for having training completed., 7. Regularly reviews and assesses agency training needs to ensure staff are receiving the support they need to perform their position functions., 8. May assist in or complete writing grants or surveys designed to maximize or bring in training funds., 9. Develops, coordinates, and disseminates the training calendar and schedule., 10. Develops and provides training for trainers to maximize their abilities to impart information., 11. Develops training guides, information, presentations, and other tools using a variety of media and print methods., 12. Oversees communication of educational opportunities in the community to staff, encouraging the use of tools and programs available to further their academic goals., 13. Create training strategies, initiatives, and materials., 14. Excellent verbal and written communication skills., 15. Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions., 16. Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently., 17. Track and compile training data., 18. Participates in maintaining a safe, clean and orderly work environment., 19. May perform related duties as needed or required and designated by the Manager. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 1. Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 2 years of experience as a trainer, training and development, or related position. Experience in the field may be substituted for education with the HR Director’s approval., 2. Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), and training software. Physical Requirements: 3. Detailed computer work., 4. Sits or stands for the majority of the day, depending on training needs., 5. Normal Office Environment., 6. Travel is expected as part of duties., 7. Ability to bend, lift, stretch, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and to perform the physical requirements necessary to become a certified instructor in CPR, First Aid, and SCIP-R. Special Requirements for Position: 1. Completion of Food Prep., SCIP-R, and CPR/First Aid training. Current SCIP-R and CPR/First Aid certifications are a plus., 2. Experience working with and being responsible for the management of an electronic learning management system (LMS)—experience with Paylocity a plus., 3. Membership in the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) or a similar association is a plus., 4. Ability to work in a fast-paced office, self-motivation, and attention to detail required., 5. Valid driver’s license that meets the agency’s and insurance company’s standards (ongoing throughout tenure). QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports and documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries, concerns, or complaints from employees and customers. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Basic understanding of statistics. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to resolve conflicts and mediate stressful situations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Salary Range: $24 - $27 per hour