Learning and Development Trainer

Venture-Community-Service; Sturbridge (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Venture-Community-Service in Massachusetts seeks a Learning and Development Trainer to design and deliver staff training across programs. The role requires coordinating with the department and occasional evenings or Saturdays, with salary paid hourly and a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities include orientation, remedial and in-service training, maintaining certifications, and documentation of trainings across sites. A related degree and public speaking ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates level degree in a related field preferred and/or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven ability to relate effectively to developmentally disabled / physically disabled population.
• Public speaking and training experience preferred.
• PABC and CPR Instructor within 3 months of employment as a Trainer.
• Independent Trainer within 6 months of employment as a Trainer.
• 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Must be 21+ years old, have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, daily use of a car on site and be available by telephone for daily contact.
• Employee must possess the knowledge; skills and abilities listed above, and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job. Employee must be able to speak, read and write in fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular orientation training for new employees via in-person or virtually
• Conduct remedial training for designated employees as needed.
• Conduct in-service training regarding implementation of safety care standards.
• Maintain all certifications required to provide trainings.
• Ensure all trainings are offered on a regular basis.
• Ensure class rosters are maintained.
• Ensure certificates are completed in timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality and positive demeanor while successfully juggling multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Assist with developmental skills training of staff.
• Provide crisis intervention services

Skills

Public speaking

Staff training

Curriculum development

Independent trainer

Team coordination

Education

Associate degree in related field

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Video-based curriculum

Job description

Description

Learning and Development Trainer

Schedule: Monday-Friday 9a-5p

Rate: $23.00-$25.00 - Pay Commensurate with Experience

Sign-On Bonus: $1,000

The Learning and Development Trainer reports to the Director of Learning and Development and works a flexible schedule adapted to meet the training needs of the Agency. The Trainer coordinates training with the Coordinator and other Trainers in the department. The Trainer will train staff on various topics. Trainers will usually work Monday through Friday with occasional evenings and Saturdays. This position will be compensated on an hourly basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct regular orientation training for new employees via in-person or virtually
• Conduct remedial training for designated employees as needed.
• Conduct in-service training regarding implementation of safety care standards.
• Conduct regular training in any or all of the disciplines listed: PBS, PABC, First Aid, CPR, AED; and Defensive Driving and Vehicle Maintenance, Human Rights and other curriculum.
• Maintain all certifications required to provide trainings.
• Ensure all required trainings are offered on a regular basis.
• Ensure all trainings are documented in personnel files.
• Ensure class rosters are maintained.
• Ensure certificates are completed in timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality and positive demeanor while successfully juggling multiple priorities simultaneously.

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with developmental skills training of staff.
• Assist in transitions of individuals into or between programs.
• Assist in team-building exercises
• Provide crisis intervention services
• Attend meetings as requested
• Provide remedial assistance to staff in various areas of training
• Assist in curriculum development to include creating video-based curriculum

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain all required certifications and Instructor Licenses
• Thorough knowledge of principles of: Normalization, Behavior Modification, and Developmental Psychology
• Ability to organize own work; ability to make group presentations (in-person & virtual).
• Ability to conduct trainings at all program sites (in-person & virtual)
• Must have a basic knowledge of DDS and Venture policies and procedures

Requirements

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates level degree in a related field preferred and/or equivalent professional experience
• Proven ability to relate effectively to developmentally disabled / physically disabled population
• Public speaking and training experience preferred
• PABC and CPR Instructor within 3 months of employment as a Trainer
• Independent Trainer within 6 months of employment as a Trainer
• 1 year of supervisory experience
• Must be 21+ years old, have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, daily use of a car on site and be available by telephone for daily contact.

Employee must possess the knowledge; skills and abilities listed above, and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job. Employee must be able to speak, read and write in fluent English.