Assistant Director of Training and Support

Assistant Director of Training and Support – Overview

The Assistant Director of Training and Support is responsible for oversight, development, and implementation of training for staff, including onboarding new hires and ongoing professional development. The position also provides professional training to the public via workshop presentations and consultations.

• Provide ongoing guidance, coaching, feedback and professional development; demonstrate commitment to highest ethical and professional behavior.
• Ensure confidentiality with regard to participants, families, and staff.
• Participate in annual program evaluations for all programs.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Oversee and conduct crisis management (PCM) and Entry-Level Training (ELT) for new hires, including weekends and evenings as needed.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate Entry Level Training in conjunction with CPO/CLO; maintain orientation plan aligned with agency guidelines.
• Coordinate training dates; schedule trainers and order materials.
• Provide timely feedback to Program and Human Resources leadership regarding staff attendance and participation.
• Set up crisis management training re-certification and re-training schedules.
• Maintain PCM Instructor certification and arrange for annual instructor re-certification.
• Provide in-service training for School and Adult Services programs as needed.
• Maintain and assist with calendar management of internal and external training.
• Provide external professional development training and consultation for school districts as required.

• Master’s degree required.
• BCBA licensure or New Jersey Teacher of Students with Disabilities or Supervisor of Instruction certification.
• PCM Instructor certification (must be attained within 60 days of hire).
• CPR instructor certification preferred.

• 5+ years’ experience in teaching, autism and Applied Behavior Analysis.
• 5+ years’ supervisory experience.
• 2+ years’ experience in staff, curriculum development, and program development activities and training.

• Valid drivers’ license with record in good standing (less than 5 points).

• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time during the workday, including bending, squatting, kneeling, stretching and stooping, and reaching above shoulder level.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to utilize and maintain physical restraint with participants as needed for up to 60 minutes.
• Mobility to ensure the safety of students/participants at all times.
• Ability to pass and maintain Professional Crisis Management Certification as Instructor (P2).

• Strong understanding and implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis and behavior modification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with a wide variety of individuals.
• Demonstrated leadership to motivate staff and provide direction.
• Ability to use effective critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational and follow up skills, attention to detail, and deadline driven.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

• Medical and dental coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Professional development opportunities.

Core Values:
Believe More + Do What it Takes + Work Together + Show Compassion + Be True