HR Trainer

AVENUES TO INDEPENDENT LIVING, INC.•Woodbury, NJ

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Trainer is responsible for designing, coordinating, and conducting organizational training programs that support employee development, regulatory compliance, and certification requirements. This includes new-hire orientation, mandated trainings, CPR/First Aid, and specialized programs such as the NADD Certification Program. The HR Trainer ensures training effectiveness, tracks completion, and supports employees in achieving professional growth and required certifications. Will have to travel for CPR, Orientation, NADD and anything other classes. You will be the one going to Job fairs and resource fairs for the company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Special Education, Human Services, or related field required.
Minimum 5 years of experience in training, learning development, or human services.
Experience working with individuals with disabilities strongly preferred.
Background in coordinating, supervising, or managing training programs required.
Valid Driver’s License.
Oral and Written Communication
Interpersonal Skills and Diplomacy
Training and Learning Development
Organizational and Planning Skills
Professionalism and Time Management
Behavior Management Skills
Computer Literacy
Analytical and Problem-Solving
Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle, College of Direct Support, SumTotal).
Presentation Software (e.g., PowerPoint, Google Slides, Mentimeter, Poll Everywhere).
Video Conferencing Tools (e.g., Teams, Zoom, Webex, GoToMeeting).
Graphic/Photo Software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Illustrator, Photoshop).

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in HR, Special Education, Human Services, or Psychology preferred.
CPR/First Aid Trainer Certification preferred.
NADD Specialist Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Plan, design, and deliver training using a variety of methods such as group instruction, role-playing, simulations, team exercises, discussions, demonstrations, and e-learning platforms.
Coordinate, schedule, and conduct new-hire orientation and job-specific training for Direct Support Professionals and other staff.
Administer, manage, and monitor the College of Direct Support system to ensure compliance with DDD and agency training requirements.
Serve as coordinator for the NADD Certification Program, including enrolling participants, managing modules, monitoring progress, scheduling exams, and reporting analytics to leadership.
Develop, obtain, and organize training materials, manuals, and visual aids; update course content to reflect changes in policies, procedures, and best practices.
Assess training needs through surveys, interviews, and consultations with managers and employees; recommend and implement training improvements.
Monitor and maintain compliance with annual training, re-certifications, continuing education requirements, and employee licensing.
Track and record training completions, certification status, exam results, and renewal requirements.
Provide coaching, retraining, and support to employees as needed to improve performance or address skill gaps.
Evaluate training effectiveness through observation, testing, feedback, and performance outcomes.
Build strong relationships with managers, staff, and clients/families to ensure training content supports quality of services and aligns with organizational needs.
Participate in management staff meetings and contribute to agency-wide training and development planning.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Will have to travel for CPR, Orientation, NADD and anything other classes. You will be the one going to Job fairs and resource fairs for the company
Registering to Job fairs and resource fairs