Instructional Designer and Facilitator

Envision Unlimited•Chicago, IL

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Envision Unlimited is building its training function to support staff who work with people with developmental disabilities. The Instructional Designer and Facilitator will help shape the training calendar, programs, and ways of measuring success. The role collaborates with the Training and Development Specialist on facilitation and independently owns instructional design work, with room to explore new formats, AI, and emerging tools. The position reports to the Chief of HR. The role designs original learning experiences and materials, facilitates in-person and virtual sessions, and helps establish scheduling, tracking, and reporting processes. It creates simulations and scenario-based practice, uses technology to improve learning, measures the effect of training on job performance, and partners with employees and leaders. This is a hybrid position based at the Chicago administrative office, with on-site facilitation at program locations as needed. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, HR, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years designing instructional content, including e-learning, instructor-led, or blended learning, supported by a portfolio. Candidates with a master's degree or relevant certification and outstanding work samples may be considered with at least 3 years of experience.
At least 5 years facilitating adult learners, in person or virtually.
Experience building e-learning with tools such as Articulate or Camtasia.
Experience measuring and reporting training results.
Excellent written and spoken communication.
Ability to work independently, set priorities, and take initiative.
Curiosity, adaptability, and confidence in pivoting and guiding others through change.
Experience building learning for people at different career stages, from new hires to seasoned leaders.
Interest in and experience using AI tools in work.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit or human services experience.
Experience turning compliance and policy content into clear, engaging learning.

Responsibilities

Design original training curricula, e-learning, facilitator guides, and job aids.
Facilitate engaging in-person and virtual sessions for new hires, staff, and supervisors.
Build and manage training scheduling, tracking, and reporting foundations.
Create simulations and scenario-based experiences that allow learners to practice.
Experiment with AI and new technology to make learning faster, more personal, and more effective.
Measure whether training changes on-the-job performance and improve training accordingly.
Coach and partner with employees and leaders.
Respect individuals’ diversity and help create and maintain a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical coverage, including HMO and PPO options.
Dental and vision insurance options.
Company-paid life and LTD insurance.
Voluntary pet insurance, AD&D, life, critical illness, and short-term disability plans.
11 paid holidays.
Paid vacation, sick time, and personal days.
403B plan.
In-house training and CEUs.
Employee Assistance Network.
Financial and time-off support for pursuing clinical licensure.
Opportunity for career growth and development.