IDD Staff Training Coordinator

Socket.dev; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Time

12 Paid Holidays

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Much more!

Job summary

Lifesteps is hiring a Training Coordinator in Butler, PA to coordinate staff trainings for the Intellectual and Developmental Disability Department. The role requires delivering in-person training sessions and ensuring regulatory compliance while identifying development needs for direct care staff.

The position is full-time, typically 8:00am-4:30pm, with occasional travel in Western PA. Strong presentation and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Require high school diploma and 5 years of experience in HR, Training, or management, or an associate degree in HR, psychology, special education, or counseling.
• Must have strong presentation skills and be able to train staff in person.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and solid written/verbal communication.
• Ability to travel within Western PA for business as needed.
• Must maintain compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee trainings for the Intellectual and Developmental Disability Department.
• Identify staff training needs and help create training curricula.
• Deliver in-person training sessions as the main presenter/instructor.
• Monitor compliance and support staff development initiatives.

Skills

Strong presentation

Excellent communication

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Physical capability (lift 50 lbs)

Education

High School Diploma with 5 years HR/Training/Management experience

Associate Degree in HR/ Psychology/ Special Education/ Counseling

Job description

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Lifesteps Butler Stirling Village Office

375 Evans City Road

Butler, PA 16001

Or Call to inquire about positions – 724-283-1010

Lifesteps is hiring a Training Coordinator to coordinate employee trainings for the Intellectual and Developmental Disability Department.

Lifesteps is a human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for over 100 years by “helping individuals and families with life's changing needs”. The Agency provides programs and services to help people with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is the right opportunity for you.

The Training Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that direct care staff are in compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards. The position identifies staff training needs, assists with creating training ciriculum, recommends training or development plans, and monitors to mitigate any risks. In addition, this role will be the main trainer (presenter / instructor) for required in-person classes at Lifesteps.

Supports Coordinators, Program Specialists, and even Behavior Support staff could be a good fit for this mostly administrative role because of prior experience working with people with disabilities and conducting staff training. Prior staff development or staff training experience is a good match also.

This full-time position works 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, in the Butler office, with occasional travel to areas within Western PA.

Training Coordinator Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and five years of experience in Human Resources, Training and Development, and/or a Management Role OR Associate Degree in HR, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling / Guidance, etc.
• Possess Strong Presentation Skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Possess excellent communication skills, verbal and written, and have strong organization with the ability to prioritize
• Ability to lift, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to Travel within Western PA for business utilizing personal vehicle

Preferred Qualifications include:

• Experience working with Individuals with special needs is preferred.
• Knowledge of HR employment laws, regulations, and best practices is helpful,
• Possess a Learning and Development Certificate, and/or Prior Trainer / Presentation experience.

Benefit Package for Full-Time Employees Includes:

• 100% Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal/Emergency Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and much more!

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EOE/ADA

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Full-Time: 8:00am-4:30pm, M-F