Instructional Designer

Accreditation Associati • Deerfield, IL

7h • $60,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Our Mission to Elevate Ambulatory Health Care

At AAAHC, we are more than just a team; we are at the forefront of improving health care quality through accreditation. Our employees are the heartbeat of our mission-based culture, dedicated to applying their diverse skill sets—technical, research, clinical, analytical, and data-driven—to improve health care quality through accreditation. As we celebrate over four decades of excellence, we invite you to become part of our story. Here, your work is not just a job; it’s a journey filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to a higher purpose. Embrace the chance to be part of a community that values quality every day and strives for excellence in ambulatory health care.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or related field, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of two-four years of directly related work experience
• Detailed knowledge of and experience with concepts, practices, and procedures of Instructional Design and Development
• Ability to create engaging eLearning modules using Instructional Design software (e.g., Articulate 360)
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize and simplify complex concepts to create engaging and visually appealing learning content
• Ability to foster learning using strategies that engage learners in critical inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving, and that develop competence in learners
• Experience using video editing tools and eLearning authoring tools to create and produce online/interactive content
• Knowledge and familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Knowledge and familiarity with event management platforms
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while maintaining excellent quality and superior customer services
• Effective communication abilities, technical writing and editing, and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

• Certification or graduate degree in Instructional Design or related field
• Demonstrated proficiency using video editing tools and eLearning authoring tools to create and produce online/interactive content (e.g., Camtasia, Articulate 360)
• Knowledge of emerging and progressive instructional design techniques and strategies
• Experience using Absorb LMS
• Experience using Cvent event management platform

Responsibilities

• Transform provided content into engaging training materials for webinars, self-paced eLearning, and blended learning formats, ensuring alignment with audience needs and applicable Standards (update when appropriate)
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs; e.g., governance members, Surveyors, staff, vendors) to establish and adhere to project timelines; coordinate session scheduling (including rehearsals/pre-records), meeting logistics, and materials/resources for both live and virtual education events; collaborate with Corporate Events Manager for live events
• Publish and upload learning content to AAAHC’s Learning Management System (LMS); update and maintain LMS content, learner transcripts, and report data
• Edit and enhance recorded video and audio content ensuring high-quality deliverables before publication
• Troubleshoot technical problems and provide timely response
• Create evaluations to monitor and report on the effectiveness of training for learners in achieving learning and performance goals
• Update and maintain the centralized learning content library to manage different types of educational content and control versions, and to increase content consistency and reusability
• Facilitate educational/training sessions, as requested
• Maintain proficiency in the use of the 1095 Engage Accreditation Management System (AMS) to ensure effective education development; participate in UAT for system enhancements as requested
• Provide support for live and virtual events using event‑management platforms, including registration, session setup, and content delivery
• Support specific program areas by developing, maintaining, and delivering associated training content
• Analyze learning data and generate dashboards and reports to evaluate program effectiveness; recommend improvements based on data insights

Benefits

• Receive annual merit increase consideration and an annual discretionary bonus
• Enjoy generous paid holidays, increasing paid time off with tenure, and potential hybrid schedule eligibility
• Take advantage of our medical, dental, and vision plans including company contributions to HSA as well as our wellness reimbursement benefit
• Invest in your future with our robust 401(k) plan that includes a company contribution and match
• Advance your career with ongoing training and educational opportunities along with a tuition reimbursement program
• Experience peace of mind with company-paid short/long-term disability, life, & AD&D insurance
• Access support services for personal needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level