Instructional Design Specialist

Centria Autism•Farmington Hills, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Design Specialist provides strategies and solutions to satisfy the ongoing development needs of individuals and teams to meet the strategic and business goals of the organization. This person creates and facilitates training programs using virtual training (webinars), eLearning, and blended/interactive classroom materials for Centria Healthcare team members, bite-sized (microlearning) and skills-based learning experiences. The role leverages AI tools and emerging technologies to adapt rapidly to changing business needs and provides comprehensive support for webinar functions for both operational and clinical leadership. This position requires demonstrated skills in needs analysis, project management, course development, evaluation, and presentation. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent experience
Two (2) + years’ experience in instructional design, educational technology, or similar relevant field
Experience in learning management tools such as SCORM
Experience in learning theories and instructional design models
Experience working with a Learning Management platform such as Relias
Demonstrated experience using and adopting AI tools (e.g., generative AI for content development, AI-powered authoring platforms, or adaptive learning technologies) to create efficient, personalized, and scalable training solutions that meet evolving business needs.
Basic computer skills
Working knowledge of laptop/desktop PC
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Proficiency in G Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Google Meet, Gemeni)
Proficiency with Articulate 360, required
Ability to follow written instructions
Ability to use computers and computer/software programs
Able to communicate expressively and receptively
Proficiency in instructional design tools such as Articulate 360 and presentation programs such as PowerPoint and Google Slides
Ability to write compelling copy, instructional text, audio, and video scripts
Ability to work independently under limited supervision
Proven lesson and curriculum planning skills
Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility to quickly pivot in response to changing business needs, deliver high-volume work at a rapid pace, invest additional time as needed, and proactively optimize processes to support business priorities
Proficiency in leveraging AI tools and technologies to design bite-sized microlearning modules, skills-based learning experiences, and personalized training content that supports rapid skill acquisition and business agility
Ability to organize, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks, adhere to established deadlines, and produce work that consistently meets or exceeds team benchmarks
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with internal and external stakeholders
Proven adaptability with a willingness to work both collaboratively and individually to achieve desired business outcomes
Demonstrated strong work ethic with attention to detail, accuracy, and quality
Established track record of generating error-free work.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Camtasia or other video editing software suite, preferred
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, preferred
Working knowledge of Vyond, preferred

Responsibilities

Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content and reshape content for changing needs.
Work with subject matter experts to identify the target audience's training needs.
Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface, and the finished product ensuring content matches the established objectives.
Design and develop storyboards and interaction models for simulations.
Analyze and apply trends and best practices in learning technologies, including AI tools, and instructional design.
Design and develop bite-sized (microlearning) modules, skills-based learning experiences, and other exercises and activities that enhance the learning process.
Leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to streamline content creation, enable personalization, rapidly adapt learning solutions to meet changing business needs, and create supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role-plays, games, etc.).
Devise modes of assessment, such as tests or quizzes, to measure the effectiveness of the course.
Maintain project documentation and course folders.
Support learning via a Learning Management System (LMS).
Edit, upload, and maintain e-learning content and webinars.
Troubleshoot courses as needed to support the end-user experience.
Update user accounts as needed to ensure accurate reporting.
Respond to helpdesk tickets related to training team functions.
Assist with ad hoc projects at the direction of leadership as needed.
Assist with the creation of webinar materials.
Host webinars and related meetings.
Work collaboratively with facilitators and other stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
Craft and send out follow-up content that reinforces the material covered.
Maintain a calendar of webinar events.
Maintain a catalog of webinar materials that ensures compliance with ACE guidelines.
Compliance with Centria's Code of Conduct, policies and procedures, and Federal and State laws.
Responsibility to report violations of Company policies or the Code of Conduct.