IDD Staff Training Coordinator

Lifesteps•Butler, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Lifesteps is hiring a Training Coordinator to coordinate employee trainings for the Intellectual and Developmental Disability Department. Lifesteps is a human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for over 100 years by “helping individuals and families with life's changing needs”. The Agency provides programs and services to help people with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is the right opportunity for you. The Training Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that direct care staff are in compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards. The position identifies staff training needs, assists with creating training ciriculum, recommends training or development plans, and monitors to mitigate any risks. In addition, this role will be the main trainer (presenter / instructor) for required in-person classes at Lifesteps. Supports Coordinators, Program Specialists, and even Behavior Support staff could be a good fit for this mostly administrative role because of prior experience working with people with disabilities and conducting staff training. Prior staff development or staff training experience is a good match also. This full-time position works 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, in the Butler office, with occasional travel to areas within Western PA.

Requirements

High School Diploma and five years of experience in Human Resources, Training and Development, and/or a Management Role OR Associate Degree in HR, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling / Guidance, etc.
Strong Presentation Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Strong organization with the ability to prioritize
Ability to lift, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds without assistance
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to Travel within Western PA for business utilizing personal vehicle

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Individuals with special needs
Knowledge of HR employment laws, regulations, and best practices
Learning and Development Certificate
Prior Trainer / Presentation experience

Responsibilities

Ensuring that direct care staff are in compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.
Identifying staff training needs.
Assisting with creating training curriculum.
Recommending training or development plans.
Monitoring to mitigate any risks.
Serving as the main trainer (presenter / instructor) for required in-person classes at Lifesteps.