EDUCATION AND TRAINING SPECIALIST - 67016907

State of Florida•Gainesville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) works in partnership with local communities to support people with developmental disabilities in living, learning, and working in their communities. APD provides critical services and support for customers with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. The Agency serves people with spina bifida, autism, Down syndrome, children ages 3-5 at high risk of developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, Prader-Willi syndrome, Phelan-McDermid syndrome, and intellectual disabilities. There is no charge or co-payment for services provided through the Agency. www.apdcares.org Join APD’s TACACHALE and be part of the team that MAKES A DIFFERENCE – NOT JUST A LIVING, impacting the lives of developmentally disabled adults!

Requirements

A valid Florida Driver’s License.
If hired with an out-of-state license a valid Florida State driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days.
Corrective Lenses Restricted license are acceptable provided the driver wears the corrective lenses while operating a state vehicle.
Must be willing to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency.
Must be willing to work beyond the normal work schedule to maintain minimum coverage levels and meet the needs of the Agency.
Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE WITH A MINIMUM OF A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT

Responsibilities

Conducts and coordinates training activities, programs and workshops such as New Employee Orientation (NEO), Zero Tolerance, Core Assurance, Physical and Nutritional Management, CPR, Prevention and Safety Strategies (PASS), and other trainings as needed.
Assists with monitoring of residential facilities to help prepare for AHCA surveys and improve the quality of services. Completes monitoring reports and provides training and coaching on the homes while monitoring.
Performs fire drills on homes and completes fire drill reports, while assisting staff with training about safety and proper evacuation procedures.
Schedules, coordinates and tracks trainings, prepares records, reports, and enters Training Manager data.
Develops, revises, and/or reviews training materials, curricula, lesson plans, presentations, supporting materials. Including NEO, PASS, and others as needed. Evaluates training materials and presentations, using feedback from trainings.
Performs administrative duties, attends meetings, and serves on committees as directed.
Performs other related duties as required.