Area Trainer

Sunrise Group

About The Position

Are you passionate about helping others? Would you like to make a difference in someone’s life? If you answered yes, we encourage you to join the Sunrise family! Sunrise is one of the largest, private not-for-profit organizations in the country dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Sunrise we pride ourselves in taking an individualized approach in addressing the unique needs of each person seeking or receiving services. As an employer, we seek to provide an environment of growth and development for our employees that is consistent with recognizing the rights, needs, and wants of all people. Purpose: Responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering training programs that support high-quality services for individuals with intellectual and related developmental disabilities (I/DD). This position oversees all aspects of new hire orientation, annual and recertification trainings, and the NADSP (National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals) DSP and Frontline Supervisor (FLS) eBadge Academy.

Requirements

Successfully completes the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings
Maintains a valid Driver's License which meets company standards for approved drivers
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Education, Psychology, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Minimum 2–3 years of experience in the intellectual/developmental disabilities field or direct support services.
Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
Ability to travel to multiple residential sites and work a flexible schedule as needed.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or training software/LMS.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, and facilitate new hire orientation, including agency policies, person-centered practices, and required regulatory training.
Coordinate and deliver annual, refresher, and recertification trainings in compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards (e.g., DSP competencies, medication administration, behavioral support, safety, etc.).
Manage and support NADSP DSP and FLS eBadge enrollment, tracking, coaching, and completion.
Develop or update training materials, curricula, and assessment tools as needed.
Maintain a training calendar and ensure training requirements are met for all staff within required timeframes.
Conduct regular onsite visits to PA programming sites and community-based programs to observe staff performance, ensure training application, and identify areas for further development.
Provide coaching and feedback to staff and supervisors during field visits.
Collaborate with program leadership to address skill gaps, training needs, and compliance issues.
Ensure training programs comply with state regulations, agency policies, accreditation standards, and industry best practices related to I/DD services.
Maintain accurate training records, attendance, certifications, and documentation within the Learning Management System (LMS).
Prepare reports related to training completion, compliance status, and staff development initiatives.
Work closely with HR, Program Directors, Supervisors, and Quality Assurance teams to align training efforts with organizational goals.
Participate in committees, audits, and quality improvement activities as needed.
Serve as a resource for staff regarding training requirements, NADSP processes, and professional development opportunities.
Performs other duties as assigned