WA Training Director

Changing Lives Shaping The Future

WA Training Director Yearly Salary: $85,000.00 Job Status:
Full Time Work Base:
Everett, WA Do you have a training background?

Do you enjoy working with Individuals with Disabilities?

We have a job for you!

Helping You Live Life to the Fullest! SAILS Washington is dedicated to providing quality community-based support services for people of all ages and needs.

SAILS Washington is an innovative leader in delivering person-centered home and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Mission is to provide World Class person-centered services, support and advocacy for individuals in positive and life-enriching environments.

SAILS Washington takes a ZERO tolerance stance on abuse and neglect. Any allegations will be reported to the proper authorities. We are committed to the Health and Safety of the individuals we support. Our employees share a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others. We are looking for individuals who share our Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

All applicants are subject to a background check. Once a conditional offer is made and a background check has been completed, if SAILS Washington is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of employment.
Benefits we Provide:
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & ADD plus Voluntary Life Insurance
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Unlimited Peer Referral Program
• On-Demand Pay
• Working Advantage employee discount program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• 401(K)
• Capella University Discount
Summary: The WA Training Director is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of all staff training programs across Supported Living Services (SLS), Vocational Services, and Home Care programs. This role ensures compliance with all applicable Washington State regulations, including requirements set forth by DSHS and ALTSA, while promoting high-quality, person-centered service delivery.

The WA Training Director leads training strategy, curriculum design, and instructional delivery to support Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Home Care Aides (HCAs), and Job Coaches. This position plays a critical role in maintaining workforce competency, improving service outcomes, and ensuring staff meet certification and continuing education requirements.

This position ensures that all staff are properly trained, compliant, and equipped to deliver safe, high-quality care. The WA Training Director directly supports regulatory compliance, reduces risk, and strengthens workforce performance across programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for performing and delivering curriculum and learning material and overseeing all operations of SAILS Washington training program as reflected by the following duties and responsibilities.

Training Program Development & Curriculum Design

• Develop, prepare, and maintain training curriculum, classroom handouts, instructional materials, aids, manuals, and training videos
• Create and update training materials to address specific operational issues, regulatory changes, and performance improvement needs
• Adjust training programs as requirements are updated, modified, or changed
• Stay current on industry trends, tools, and best practices in staff development and employment training
• Utilize platforms such as Relias (or similar systems) to maintain up-to-date continuing education (CE) content

Training Delivery & Facilitation

• Conduct New Hire Orientation and Safety Training for all applicable staff
• Maintain instructor certifications and deliver structured learning courses, including:
• Home Care Aide (HCA) Training
• Residential Core Training
• CPR / First Aid
• HIV / Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP)
• Right Response / CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
• Continuing Education (CE) courses
• Facilitate both in-person and virtual training sessions
• Annually train leadership staff on updated leadership development topics

Training Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and…