Training Specialist II at Hope | Melrose Park, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Training Specialist II - Full-time in Melrose Park, IL

Salary Range: $55,000-$60,000

JOB SUMMARY :

Under general supervision, the Training Specialist II is responsible for training new and existing employees as well as coordinating, developing, implementing and revising employee trainings. The position helps provide oversight to the Hope Autism Clinics new employee training program as well as various supports to all Hope programs; interacts with employees, co-workers and other trainers in a warm, positive, helpful and professional manner; navigates various technology, software and websites daily; uses active listening and clear communication to navigate conflict resolution and embodies the mission and core values of Hope.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:                        

1.      Conduct and coordinate employee development, training, and orientation programs, including but not limited to new employee training for Hope Autism programs, Safety Care, and CPR/First Aid trainings.

1. Manage new employee training for Hope Autism Clinics including creating training schedules, setting up for trainings, managing the day-to-day operations of the training, carrying the training cell phone, supervising the new employees during their initial training period, completing payroll for employees in new hire training and enforcing Hope policies & training expectations.
2. Communicate with program managers regarding issues with employees in new hire training (including but not limited to issues related to knowledge retention, failure to meet required training standards, attendance & performance) and complete discipline as necessary.
3. Monitor and ensure staff are in compliance and current with all training requirements by running reports, scheduling trainings, notifying departments of staff needing training, and conducting the trainings.

5.      Assign courses in Hope University and Relias to employees as well as approve employee uploaded documents and chart them where required.

6.      Input completed trainings into required websites, software and spreadsheets and obtain trainees’ training certifications.

1. Maintain records related to the completion of all required staff trainings.

8.      Create interactive trainings and PowerPoints from developed materials as well as researching new information to put into trainings.

1. Assist with audits for various internal and external agencies (including state funding and licensing bodies).
2. Attain and then maintain trainer certifications in Safety Care and CPR/First Aid.
3. Complete all required trainings.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

1. All other duties as assigned.

2.      Assist with managing and proctoring the ACT WorkKeys testing for newly hired paraprofessionals as needed.

1. Assumes responsibility as a mandated reporter concerning incidents of alleged abuse and neglect of individuals served by Hope, as outlines in the agency’s policies and procedures.