Training Specialist

Pillar Care Continuum • East Hanover, NJ

10d • $55,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Pillar Care Continuum (PCC) is a provider of educational, therapeutic, and social services for people with disabilities and other special needs across northern New Jersey. The Training Specialist works closely with the Training Manager and Training Team to support the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of agency-wide training and professional development initiatives. The role manages and facilitates New Employee Orientation (NEO), develops curriculum and learning resources, supports employee competency and regulatory compliance, and maintains training records in employee files.

The position supports training for staff across programs and departments, including Direct Service Professional training through the College of Direct Service online platform. It collaborates with internal subject matter experts and program leadership to identify training needs and develop practical learning solutions. The Training Specialist may visit Pillar Care schools, day programs, and group homes to build relationships with staff and the people served. Evening or weekend training may be required as needs arise. The employee must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations and is classified as Category 2 under the agency Exposure Control Plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, health education, human resources, instructional design, or a related field.
• At least two years of experience designing, implementing, and evaluating professional training and development related to public health or human services, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including individuals with complex behavioral needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with staff, families, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Health Education Specialist certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage New Employee Orientation, including scheduling, planning, document preparation, training-room management, facilitating assigned sections, evaluation, and recordkeeping.
• Support staff in meeting or exceeding regulations and expectations set by the New Jersey Department of Developmental Disabilities and the New Jersey Department of Education.
• Support and manage Direct Service Professional training and development through the College of Direct Service online training platform.
• Support development and implementation of professional development and training initiatives for staff across programs and departments.
• Assist in designing and developing curricula, training materials, facilitator guides, presentations, learning activities, and other educational resources.
• Work with the Training Manager, internal subject matter experts, and program leadership to identify training needs and translate them into practical learning solutions.
• Coordinate implementation of new and existing training programs, including scheduling, communication, facilitation, participant materials, and evaluation.
• Facilitate training sessions and professional development programs as assigned.
• Review and update training content to reflect current practices, organizational priorities, regulatory requirements, and workforce development needs.
• Collect participant feedback and other training information to evaluate effectiveness and recommend improvements to curricula and delivery methods.
• Support role-based learning opportunities and continuing professional development to strengthen employee knowledge, skills, and competencies.
• Support training projects, including planning and implementing training days; securing instructors; customizing content and schedules; arranging equipment, materials, supplies, locations, and registrants; evaluating courses; and maintaining records.
• Support the Training Manager and Director of Quality Management, Compliance & Training in identifying, tracking, and reporting key performance indicators.
• Keep current with training trends, developments, and best practices through research or external professional development.
• Visit Pillar Elementary and High School, day programs, and group homes as needed to build relationships with staff, students, participants, and residents.
• Perform other responsibilities as directed by the Training Manager.
• Conduct trainings on evenings or weekends as needs arise.
• Cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
• Implement the agency Exposure Control Plan.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for the employee and family.
• 4% 401(k) matching contributions.
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability program.
• Flexible Spending Plan and Health Reimbursement Accounts.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and holiday pay.
• Employee discount and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

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