Training Technician II

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The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Central/West (CW) State-Operated Community Services is seeking qualified candidates for the
Training Technician II
position.

This position will hold a key role in the development and implementation of the State Operated system’s training program. This position, in conjunction with the Training Coordinator, will be responsible for the development, coordination, and provision of trainings and orientation programs for CW employees and volunteers.

This position will also be tasked with assessing training needs in collaboration with the Director of Central West State Operated Community Services, the State Op. Directors, and the Training Coordinator.

This position may also work with the Regional Training Department on curriculum development.

The Training Technician will provide specific trainings and support to the CW Emergency Stablization Units as well as to complex behavioral homes. This position must be PABC (Proactive Approaches to Behavioral Challenges) certified or become certified at the level required to provide employees with PABC training.

This position will also need to have or receive instructor-level certification to provide CPR/First Aid training for new employees and for recertification requirements.

The Training Technician will provide content specific trainings for New Employee Orientation.

This position will receive training in fit testing N95 respirators and will provide such testing to meet annual agency requirements.

It is also an expectation that this position will have or gain knowledge necessary to train and assist staff in the state operated homes in the use of computers and applicable systems such as email, online trainings, self-service time and attendance, and more.

This position will be supervised by the CW Director of State operated services.

This position is located in Baldwinville, MA. This position will be required to travel throughout the Central/West Region, as needed, and will have hotel work-space available in Templeton (TCS), Worcester (CRS) and Northampton (CCS).

Monday - Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm.

Sunday/Saturday

Flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the program.

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

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MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in teaching, instructing or training work which included the planning,…