Position title
Training Specialist
Description
Reporting directly to the Director of Training and Professional Development, this Training Specialist is responsible for maintaining knowledge of field based mandatory trainings, assists in analyzing agency training needs and overall compliance, follows a developed curriculum, and assists in maintaining the database system for administrative employees, as well as OPWDD and OMH Programs.
Responsibilities
- Assists with overall agency training initiative, presenting live trainings to all staff at our Main Office Training Department as well as on-site trainings in our residential settings while supporting all agency policies and procedures.
- Assists with New Hire Orientation Process to include scheduling and coordinating management and department presentations.
- Assists with ensuring accuracy and compliance within all Programs
- Assists Training Coordinator in consulting with Program Directors and Managers to assess training needs of all departments and develop programs to match these needs.
- Assists in other tasks or assignments as needed by the programs
Qualifications
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Seasoned presenter and facilitator in a corporate training setting or school/campus setting.
- Experience working in Human Services Industry or within the developmental, intellectual and mental health population is a plus.
- Computer savvy with the ability to navigate computer systems including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Knowledge of OPWDD/OMH regulations and training requirements are a plus.
- Effective interpersonal skills, and exceptional written skills.
College degree and minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in the human service field or related field.
Valid New York State Driver’s License.
Job Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Vacation/Personal/Sick Paid Time Off
Education Tuition Assistance
401k
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
LIfe Insurance
Verizon Discounts and More!