Trainer and Instructor II

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute in Roanoke is seeking a Trainer and Instructor II to deliver pre-service and in-service education to staff and the public, enhancing competence and supporting recovery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, experience teaching adults, and comfort with online courses and instructional software. CPR certification is preferred within a behavioral health context.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide instruction in a classroom setting.
• Experience teaching adults.
• Experience with online courses.
• Experience working with computer software related to instruction.
• Experience in a behavioral health related profession and/or working knowledge of behavioral health issues.
• CPR Instructor Certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• To provide quality pre-service and in-service education to staff, other state employees, and the public at large, as a means of increasing competence and supporting staff in meeting the organization's mission of assisting people in their recovery.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Adult education

Online courses

Instructional software

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

CPR Instructor Certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Title

TRAINER AND INSTRUCTOR II

State Role Title

Trainer and Instructor II

Hiring Range

Salary Range: $58,647/yr. to $80,933/yr.

Pay Band

3

Agency

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location

Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth Inst

Agency Website

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/swvmhi/https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/swvmhi/

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Job Duties

To provide quality pre-service and in-service education to staff, other state employees, and the public at large, as a means of increasing competence and supporting staff in meeting the organization's mission of assisting people in their recovery.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide instruction in a classroom setting.

Additional Considerations

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Experience teaching adults.
• Experience with online courses.
• Experience working with computer software related to instruction and education.
• Experience in a behavioral health related profession and/or working knowledge of behavioral health issues.
• CPR Instructor Certification through the American Heart Association.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Background Investigation

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference

DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preferences to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Benefits

DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.