Training Coordinator

Glenkirk • Northbrook, IL

12d

About The Position

Develop, coordinate, and provide training specific to the needs of the agency employees and volunteers in order to enhance the quality of life for the persons supported at Glenkirk. SCOPE: To plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate staff training resources within the agency specific to the implementation of the agencys mission, best practices, needs of programs, licensing and regulatory agencies. To develop instructional programming and curricula to meet the needs of staff and volunteers in order to enhance the quality of services provided by the agency.

Requirements

• B.A. degree related or a minimum of 1 year of direct experience teaching adult learners in a classroom setting. Teaching credentials preferred.
• At least 1-year experience with persons with ID/D. Teaching, training experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of learning and teaching techniques.
• Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate with variety of people effectively.
• Lifting, bending, carrying, speaking, listening, standing, writing, use of computer.
• Ability to be trained in and implement all modules of Non-violent Crisis Intervention Training (Safety Care) and CPR/First Aid.
• Able to lift 44lbs; able to lift and move non- & semi-ambulatory individuals with the assistance of mechanical devices (i.e. Hoyer lift, gait belt, etc.); assist individuals on/off the bus/van; able to move boxes and/or furniture for cleaning, climb ladder or step stool as required.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes to employees and volunteers/interns that adhere to basic compliance requirements determined by the Department of Human Services (e.g. CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, DDD curricula specific to DSP and QIDP certifications, etc.).
• Maintain training records and coordinate approvals with appropriate DDD personnel. Distribute information as requested.
• Coordinate and oversee existing employee Continuing Education (CE) requirements through providing resources, tracking to hours, and ensuring all staff meet annual credit acquisition requirements.
• Assess effectiveness of training. Respond to needs by planning, developing, and designing new training curricula.
• Coordinate and oversee the participation of employees in external training opportunities and Glenkirks Authorized Continuing Education (ACE) program. This includes providing resources, coordinating events, distributing certifications, providing appropriate authorizations, fee payments, and employee presentation of the in-service material.
• Ensure that training provided is in compliance with all relevant licensing and regulatory bodies.
• Provide data and statistics for HR/Training Committees Monthly Management Report.
• Participate in agency committees and task forces as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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