MAP Training Specialist

Vinfen; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Vinfen is seeking a MAP Training Specialist located in Boston, MA, to deliver MAP certification and recertification training. This role requires maintaining a MAP-certified workforce and facilitating classes to prepare learners for certification exams.

Ideal candidates should possess an active RN license in Massachusetts, a minimum of 1 year of experience in MAP training or clinical environments, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary range of $85,000 to $88,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Massachusetts required.
• Certified MAP Trainer or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• 1+ year experience in MAP or clinical training or 2+ years MAP-related field experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver MAP certification and recertification training.
• Provide learner support and remediation as needed.
• Complete required training documentation and records.
• Participate in MAP program team meetings.

Skills

Familiarity with MA DDS and MA DPH MAP requirements

Ability to facilitate adult learners

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience in human services or healthcare training

Experience supporting remediation or skills coaching

Experience with data-informed teaching

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

Job description

Overview

The MAP Training Specialist delivers Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification and recertification training to support the organization’s ability to maintain a MAP-certified workforce in alignment with MA Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and MA Department of Public Health (DPH) regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for facilitating MAP classes, preparing learners for certification exams, and providing remediation support as needed. Instruction is informed by learner performance data, preparatory testing, and trends in pass rates, ensuring that training meets both regulatory standards and workforce readiness needs. This is a non-supervisory role and does not carry audit, mentoring, or curriculum leadership responsibilities.

Instruction & Facilitation

• Facilitates MAP certification, recertification, and preparatory sessions in accordance with state requirements and organizational standards.
• Delivers learner-centered training using adult learning principles, clear instructional methods, and structured practice sessions.
• Uses preparatory testing and learner assessment data to reinforce high-need areas and support exam readiness.

Learner Support & Remediation

• Provides structured feedback, coaching, and testing preparation to learners who require retesting or skill reinforcement.
• Identifies and communicates trends in learner readiness or challenges to the Assistant Director of MAP Training Program.

Training Administration & Documentation

• Completes required training documentation, test score submissions, attendance records, and certification forms in accordance with DDS and DPH MAP standards.
• Ensures records are accurate and submitted within required timeframes.

Program Collaboration

• Participates in MAP program team meetings, shares instructional observations, and reports learner data trends.
• Supports training calendar execution, course scheduling, and resource coordination as assigned.

Other

• Performs related tasks as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Familiarity with MA DDS and MA DPH MAP requirements, medication safety practices, and compliance-driven training.
• Ability to facilitate adult learners and maintain instructional professionalism.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in human services, healthcare training, or residential program environments.
• Experience supporting remediation, tutoring, or skills coaching.
• Experience with data-informed teaching or assessment-based instruction.
• Ability to effectively facilitate and lead training sessions.
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity.

Qualifications

• Typical Requirements: Active RN license in Massachusetts.
• Typical Requirements: Certified MAP Trainer (or ability to obtain within 60 days).
• Typical Requirements: 1+ year experience delivering MAP or clinical training, OR 2+ years MAP-related field experience (direct support, nursing, or human services environment).
• Preferred /Required Education: Associate's degree in Nursing required, Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field preferred.
• Driving Requirements: Driving is not required.
• Physical Effort: Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Physical Effort: Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.
• Physical Effort: Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed.
• Physical Effort: Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand and move around the facility.
• Physical Effort: Ability to speak, hear and communicate with clients, staff and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Required Certifications/Trainings: N/A
• Required Credentials/Licenses: Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.

Pay Range

USD $85,000.00 - USD $88,000.00 /Yr.

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.