Training Assistant

Date:
Jun 4, 2026

Location:

Austin, TX
Join Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in a team dedicated to improving the lives of Texans. Comprehensive benefits include 100% paid health insurance for eligible full‑time employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off, and ample career advancement opportunities.

Training Assistant – Training and Development Spec2

Agency:
Health & Human Services Commission
Department:
Human Resource Development
Posting Number: 17588
Position:
Full time, day shift, regular, non‑exempt.

• Plan, design, organize, conduct, and evaluate educational and training programs.
• Train new employees during New Employee Orientation and conduct refresher training for existing staff.
• Serve as a liaison to all departments and programs, ensuring training aligns with facility needs.
• Create and adapt training materials, potentially using innovative methods to increase engagement.
• Assist other trainers in class‑type settings and provide substitute training as needed.
• Maintain accurate training records and attendance logs, submitting reports to the Facility Competency and Training Department.
• Develop curriculum materials, including multimedia presentations, to support learning objectives.
• Identify training needs and recommend improvements based on participant feedback.
• Participate in facility meetings to provide training perspectives and quality improvement recommendations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including supporting disaster response and continuity of operations activities.

• Attend work on a regular basis, possibly on rotating or overtime schedules.
• Conduct group and computer‑lab training sessions, substituting for absent trainers.
• Promote training quality through customized content and interactive techniques.
• Maintain certifications required for teaching, including specialty HHS classes and CPR.
• Participate in facility meetings to discuss training and report statistics.

• Strong understanding of training procedures and adult education principles.
• Proficient in computer‑based programs (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to operate basic office and audiovisual equipment.
• Strong teamwork and independent work skills.
• Flexibility to work alternate schedules.
• Application of adult education principles to curriculum development.
• Effective oral and written communication with diverse populations.
• Ability to instruct large groups and one‑to‑one sessions.
• Skill in teaching and demonstrating intervention strategies.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend curriculum design improvements.

• Certified in CPR.
• Certified in Treatment Intervention Prevention Strategies (TIPS) within 6 months of employment.

• Associate’s degree required; 1 year of professional teaching may substitute.
• 18 months of direct patient care experience may substitute for teaching degree.
• At least 18 months of training experience.

• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license or obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• Must pass required background checks, drug screening, and registry verifications.
• All applicants must be at least 18 years old;
  Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21.
• Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures is required.

Telework not eligible for this position.