Training and Development Specialist

Apploi; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a Training & Development Specialist to prepare caregivers through engaging training and coaching. You will lead orientation, teach policies and best practices, demonstrate caregiving techniques, and foster a welcoming learning environment.

You will mentor caregivers in the field, provide constructive feedback, track learning modules, and keep training records up to date, while staying current on caregiving education best practices.

Qualifications

• Teaches new caregiver orientation sessions.
• Teaches company policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Demonstrates caregiving techniques and skills.
• Gathers and maintains a welcoming, supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teaches & develops caregivers through orientation and ongoing training.
• Mentors caregivers one-on-one in the field with constructive feedback.
• Assigns and tracks learning modules and training progress.
• Updates training materials and keeps records up to date.
• Supports ongoing learning and improvement of training sessions.

Skills

Teaching

Leadership

Professional communication

Coaching & mentoring

Patience

Organization

Creativity

Adaptability

Technology skills

Initiative

Job description

Position Snapshot:

Reports To: Care Team Leadership

Primary Focus: Developing confident, knowledgeable caregivers through training and coaching

Work Setting: Office, training room, and occasional field support

Best Fit For: Experienced caregivers who enjoy teaching, mentoring, and helping others succeed

Position Purpose

The Training & Development Specialist prepares caregivers to provide exceptional care through engaging training, skill coaching, and positive learning experiences.

This role impacts many clients indirectly by developing caregivers who are confident, knowledgeable, and prepared to deliver outstanding care.

What Does a Training & Development Specialist Do?

• ? Teaches & Develops Caregivers
  - Leads new caregiver orientation sessions
• - Teaches company policies, procedures, and best practices
• - Demonstrates caregiving techniques and skills
• - Creates a welcoming, supportive learning environment

? Coaches Confidence & Competence

• - Mentors caregivers one-on‑one in the field
• - Provides encouragement and constructive feedback
• - Helps caregivers build confidence in their skills
• - Supports caregivers through challenging learning moments

? Supports Ongoing Learning

• - Assigns and tracks Activated Insights learning modules
• - Follows up with caregivers on training completion
• - Answers questions about policies and procedures
• - Keeps training records organized and up to date

? Improves the Learning Experience

• - Updates training materials and resources
• - Creates engaging learning activities
• - Gathers feedback to improve training sessions
• - Stays current on best practices in caregiving education

Skills & Qualities Needed

• - Passion for teaching -Leadership - Professional communication - Coaching and mentoring
• - Patience - Organization - Creativity
• - Adaptability - Technology skills - Initiative

Challenges of the Role

This role requires adapting to different learning styles, balancing classroom teaching with administrative responsibilities, keeping training engaging and relevant, and providing constructive feedback while keeping caregivers encouraged. Patience, creativity, and flexibility are essential.