Agency Trainer - Full Time

The Arc of Ocean County•Lakewood, NJ

About The Position

Agency Trainer - Full Time | Lakewood, NJ Pay: Hourly Rate of $34.00 per hour Schedule: Flexible to meet training needs, includes evenings and weekends We are seeking a knowledgeable and engaging Agency Trainer to join our team. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, delivering, and documenting all Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) mandated trainings, as well as company-wide professional development initiatives. The Trainer plays a vital role in ensuring staff are confident and compliant in delivering high-quality, person-centered services to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and passionate about adult learning, staff development, and continuous quality improvement. What You'll Do Plan, schedule, and deliver all DDD-required trainings, including First Aid/CPR, Crisis Management Training (CMT), Medication Administration, Bloodborne Pathogens, and other mandated coursework Provide onboarding and pre-service training for new hires to ensure compliance prior to independent work Coach new and experienced staff, providing technical guidance during initial and refresher trainings Maintain accurate training records, certifications, attendance logs, and compliance documentation Track staff training compliance and notify leadership of upcoming expirations or retraining needs Collaborate with Human Resources, Program Directors, and Quality Assurance to identify training needs and trends adjusting methods as needed Maintain a training calendar and ensure timely delivery of all trainings Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and professionalism Perform other duties as assigned Requirements What We're Looking For: Bachelors Degree in Human Services, Special Education or related field required Minimum 3 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities Knowledge of DDD regulations and compliance standards Training or instructional experience preferred Valid NJ driver's license and ability to pass required background checks Benefits The Arc of Ocean County is Proud to Offer High Quality Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage with low deductible and $0 copay options All Encompassing Prescription Coverage Plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) with agency matching Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Paid On-the-Job Training Tuition Reimbursement Referral Bonus Program Various supplemental benefits available

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Human Services, Special Education or related field required
Minimum 3 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Knowledge of DDD regulations and compliance standards
Valid NJ driver's license and ability to pass required background checks

Nice To Haves

Training or instructional experience preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, and deliver all DDD-required trainings, including First Aid/CPR, Crisis Management Training (CMT), Medication Administration, Bloodborne Pathogens, and other mandated coursework
Provide onboarding and pre-service training for new hires to ensure compliance prior to independent work
Coach new and experienced staff, providing technical guidance during initial and refresher trainings
Maintain accurate training records, certifications, attendance logs, and compliance documentation
Track staff training compliance and notify leadership of upcoming expirations or retraining needs
Collaborate with Human Resources, Program Directors, and Quality Assurance to identify training needs and trends adjusting methods as needed
Maintain a training calendar and ensure timely delivery of all trainings
Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and professionalism
Perform other duties as assigned