Training Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary purpose of the position is to enhance the competencies of individual employees by developing, implementing, and conducting training programs. This position ensures training consistency throughout the group homes and crisis sites. This position also identifies areas for additional learning opportunities and process improvements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct First Aid/CRP, Rights & Maltreatment, Program Orientation, Medication Administration, and Crisis Prevention Intervention training.
• Facilitate delivery of training by reserving and setting up needed audiovisual equipment and training rooms; preparing and distributing training aids such as handouts; and performing other related tasks.
• Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures. Evaluate modes of training delivery, such as in-person or virtual to optimize training effectiveness, training costs, or environmental impacts.
• Participate in the assessment of training and development needs through surveys, communication with managers, focus groups, and interviews.
• Assist in development or procurement of training material (training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials) and facilitation to meet learning objectives and accommodate a variety of learning styles while using adult learning principles.
• Devise programs to develop potential among employees in House Supervisor & Direct Support Professional positions.
• Offer specific training opportunities to help employees in House Supervisor & Direct Support Professional positions maintain or improve job skills.
• Perform field observations, providing on the spot training or revisions to training protocol based on observations.
• Research and identify areas in which training is required or beneficial.
• Assess training effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and feedback.
• Evaluate and modifies existing or proposed programs; suggests and implements suitable changes.
• Attend meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of GGH policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in related area required.
• At least 5 years of experience in a highly related field desired.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft office applications.