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NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities · 1 day ago

Training Specialist 1

Wassaic, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$69K/yr - $87K/yr

2+ years exp

The NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Training Specialist 1 to present training programs aimed at improving the knowledge and skills of employees. The role involves developing and delivering training programs, facilitating online learning, and assessing training needs within the agency.

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Responsibilities

Presents specific training courses in the agency’s training program

Attain certification as a certified instructor in the agency’s 3 levels of crisis intervention and prevention courses (PROMOTE)

Attain certification as First Aid/CPR AED Instructor and become certified to do fit testing

Identifies and assesses specific training needs by reviewing agency programs and by discussing staff and program requirements with program managers

Presents training courses in New Employee Orientation (NEO) and annual required training by obtaining outside instructors or personally conducting course and selecting audiovisual teaching aides

Must be able to facilitate online learning courses, experience utilizing Webex, TEAMS, or other distance learning platforms

Evaluates training courses using questionnaires, review of work reports or supervisory evaluation

Disseminates training announcements and information concerning educational opportunities

Informs program managers and supervisors in developing on-the-job training programs

Reviews on-the-job training programs with supervisors for relevance

Support the Developmental Assistant 1 traineeship program and ongoing supervisory training

Qualification

Crisis intervention certificationFirst Aid/CPR AED certificationTraining program developmentOnline learning facilitationWebexTEAMSAssessment skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

A bachelor's degree or higher degree

A bachelor's degree and one year of professional experience developing and presenting training programs to improve the on-the-job knowledge, skills, and abilities of employees to enable them to carry out an agency's mission, including the care and treatment of vulnerable persons in the care and/or custody of the State

A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience developing and presenting training programs to improve the on-the-job knowledge, skills, and abilities of employees to enable them to carry out an agency's mission, including the care and treatment of vulnerable persons in the care and/or custody of the State

Must have a valid driver's license to apply as travel is a part of the duties involved in this position

Attain certification as a certified instructor in the agency's 3 levels of crisis intervention and prevention courses (PROMOTE)

Attain certification as First Aid/CPR AED Instructor and become certified to do fit testing

Must be able to facilitate online learning courses, experience utilizing Webex, TEAMS, or other distance learning platforms

Possess the minimum qualifications for this title as established by the Department of Civil Service and listed on the most recent exam announcement

Meet the applicable minimal mental and/or physical requirements for the job (with a reasonable accommodation, if necessary)

Have a current Eligibility Letter from the NYS Department of Civil Service, www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/, and be able to provide it to the Human Resources Office upon request

Benefits

Health Care Coverage: Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.

Paid Parental Leave: Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event.

Retirement Program: Participate in The NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation.

Professional Development and Education and Training: NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities.

Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.

Life insurance and Disability insurance.

Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.

Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.

Paid Holidays and Leave: Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.

Paid Holidays and Leave: Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially.

Paid Holidays and Leave: Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.

Paid Holidays and Leave: Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year.

Paid Holidays and Leave: Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.

Company

NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities

The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, Prader-Willi syndrome, and other neurological impairments.

Founded in 1978

Albany, New York, USA

10001+ employees