Training and Development Asst

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Corinth, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you! Training and Development Assistant - Performs entry-level training work. Maintains refresher training records and compiles reports on training programs. Maintains student registrations and coordinates training locations for refresher and specialty classes. Presents courses during new employee orientation and refresher sessions to ensure compliance with minimum training requirements and competency on the job. Assists in development of curriculum and preparation of other training materials related to staff training and development. Other duties as assigned. Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Prefer experience working directly with a developmentally disabled population.

Requirements

• Experience in training work.
• Experience in file management.
• Experience in using MS Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook etc.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of training procedures and techniques; of adult education principles, practices, and techniques; of the group process, group dynamics, and interpersonal relations; of instructional and/or curriculum design; and of program areas to be presented.
• Demonstration of excellent interpersonal and communication skills, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work flexible schedule- primary schedule 8AM-5PM, also may work nights, weekends, or additional time.
• Ability to communicate with courtesy, professionalism, and compassion.
• Ability to teach adults.
• Ability to handle multiple projects.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate skills related to CPR, SUR, Ukeru, Lifting, etc.
• Ability to use Windows based programs such as Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to work both within a team environment and independently.
• Ability to squat, bend, stoop, kneel and stand.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 15 lbs.
• Ability to formulate learning objectives; to create and evaluate training objectives, requirements and effective delivery; and to communicate effectively; and to assess training.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in creating, editing and replicating video productions.
• Skill in the development of training materials, and policies/procedures.
• Skill in operating basic office equipment, assembling and managing audio-visual accessories and equipment.
• Skill in spreadsheets and databases.
• Skill and ability to provide effective and interesting instruction to large groups and in one-to-one situations.
• Must possess valid Texas driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer experience working directly with a developmentally disabled population.
• Prefer experience as a platform trainer or teaching experience, curriculum development.
• Preference to certified instructors.

Responsibilities

• Attends Work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Conducts facility training including new employee orientation, refresher training, and continuing education using approved training curriculum and procedures, audiovisual equipment, and practice models. Assists by teaching SUR/UKERU, CPR, ANE, and Van Driving. Prefer experience as a platform trainer or teaching experience, curriculum development. Able to lift, bend, stoop, kneel, and extend arms and legs.
• Performs complex file management. Manages incoming paperwork, filing, copying, and storage.
• Will maintain employee training record data, including but not limited to: posting of completed training into PeopleSoft Training Information Management System (TIMS), running training data reports, entering employee training assignments and maintaining employee training files.
• Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
• defined benefit pension plan
• generous time off benefits
• numerous opportunities for career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees