The New Jewish Home · 2 months ago
SkillSpring CRED NYC Training Instructor
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$73K/yr - $73K/yr
3+ years expThe New Jewish Home’s SkillSpring program is dedicated to training the next generation of healthcare professionals. The CRED NYC Training Instructor will lead work readiness instruction and exam preparation for Certified Nursing Assistants, ensuring participants are well-prepared for both classroom and clinical training.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed instruction for CRED NYC participants, focusing on healthcare career readiness, eldercare, professional development, and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam preparation
Facilitate engaging, interactive lessons aligned with DYCD’s CRED NYC curriculum requirements, incorporating cultural humility, communication skills, conflict resolution, and job retention strategies
Collaborate with SkillSpring’s case managers, job developer, mental health staff, and Lehman College instructional team to integrate academic, career, and social-emotional learning across program phases
Support participants' preparation for CNA credentialing through tutoring, study groups, mock exams, and one-on-one academic coaching
Track participant attendance, progress, engagement, and outcomes using internal databases and DYCD reporting tools
Ensure daily participant sign-in/sign-out and contribute to monthly data reviews and continuous improvement
Contribute to recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts by fostering a welcoming and inclusive learning environment that reflects participants’ cultural backgrounds and lived experiences
Create and adapt intergenerational curriculum and project-based activities that connect healthcare practice to community service and long-term career planning
Attend team meetings, professional development sessions, and CRED NYC learning exchanges; stay current with best practices in trauma-informed instruction and adult workforce development
Collaborate with SkillSpring leadership to refine tools, templates, and instructional materials that improve learner outcomes and program quality
Uphold all CRED NYC contract requirements, deliverables, and compliance protocols
Perform other duties as assigned to support participant success and program integration
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related field required; strong content knowledge in healthcare preferred
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience delivering training or instruction to young adults or adults from underserved communities
Passion for adult education, youth development, and healthcare workforce advancement
Experience preparing learners for credentialing exams and delivering work readiness curriculum
Demonstrated ability to build trust with learners and apply trauma-informed, culturally responsive teaching practices
Skilled in curriculum implementation, data tracking, and continuous quality improvement
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment
Flexible schedule with availability for some evenings and occasional weekends
Knowledge of healthcare employment pathways, CNA job functions, and eldercare environments
Familiarity with NYC workforce systems, DYCD programs, or healthcare sector a plus
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Supplemental Vision plans
401(k) retirement plan
Vacation, Holiday, and Sick leave
Short Term Disability insurance
Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care, Commuter, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Access to a portion of your paycheck before payday through our partnership with RAIN
Company
The New Jewish Home
Since 1848, The New Jewish Home has helped older New Yorkers live full and meaningful lives by providing outstanding health care and innovative programming.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alyssa Herman
Chief Development Officer
Lulu Ebora
HR Manager/TM Business Partner/Talent Acquisition Manager
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