Training Specialist

Description

MISSION STATEMENT: To be a beacon of light by transforming lives in the Vincentian spirit of charity, justice, and mercy through interpersonal connectivity.

SUMMARY: The Training Specialist supports the implementation of Core training for new staff and conducts training and instructional programs for employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job currently)

· Facilitates CORE II and any supplemental CORE training

· Adept at conducting training with a wide range of participants and able to adapt facilitation approach accordingly.

· Collaborate with Staff Development Specialist to create training using various formats

· Facilitate the new hire experience by ensuring the effective completion of the site shadowing process.

· Regular follow-up with new staff during their first 90 days to enhance their on-boarding experience.

· Assists with the creation of training plans, procedure manuals, guides, and course materials.

· Collaborate with Staff Development Specialist and other PQI team members to assess training and development effectiveness and needs through surveys, interviews, and focus groups

· Assists with identifying areas that are less efficient or effective (ex. P&P's, reporting) and work to improve.

· Proficient at building strong professional relationships across all levels of the organization

· Strong presentation skills

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related program software

· Must be able to travel to all sites to conduct training and new hire follow-up

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Comply with all applicable training requirements.

· Comply with all company safety, personnel and operational policies and procedures.

· Comply with work schedule to ensure effective operations of Agency programs.

· Contributes positively as a member of a productive and cooperative team.

· Performs other duties as necessary to fulfill the St. Vincent de Paul CARES. Mission

Employee Benefits:

· 95% Employer paid Employee only coverage (zero ded, $10 co pay plan)

· 10k Employer paid Basic Life insurance.

· 120 hrs PTO accrued biweekly starting at day 1 of employment.

· 13 Paid Holidays to include Employee’s birthday and Date of Hire

· We also have various retention and referral bonuses.

· 2 weeks paid training to include DEI initiatives.

· Flexible schedules in most positions

· 3% Employer match after 6 months

· We also offer Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Shield, Legal Shield, Additional Life, FSA Medical, and FSA Dependent Care

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.)

· Able to speak, write and understand English.

· Possess basic computer skills.

· Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff, and volunteers and able to work with diverse racial, ethnic, and economic groups.

· Flexible work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

· Ability to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines and multi-task.

· Ability to organize, prioritize, self-motivate, and deliver results.

· Excellent communication and listening skills.

· Possess strong work ethics.

· Successfully pass Law Enforcement background screening

· Valid Florida driver’s license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business.

· Must have reliable transportation.

· Participates in Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation/ Reaccreditation process.

· Mission driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion.

· Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally

· A high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback/suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performance.

· Evidence of deep alignment with the St. Vincent de Paul CARES Mission and Values

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.)

· Must be able to multi-task.

· Must be able to keep all program and client information under strict confidence.

· Must be able to follow through to completion on projects with strict deadlines.

· Ability to prioritize projects and strong critical thinking skills.

· Good research skillsets with strong attention to detail

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: (Pending on position and if prior to hire is approved by Chief Executive Officer, a comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the minimum education qualifications)

· Associate’s degree is required for this position.

· At least 1 year experience with training, ind., small and large groups

· Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

· Proficiency with Access and Visio Preferred

· Knowledge of operating standard office equipment

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Salary : $48,000 - $50,000