Trainer; Programs P0186, P0190

Position: Trainer (Benefits Programs) - #P0186, P0190
Title:

Trainer (Benefits Programs) - #P0186, P0190

State Role

Title:

Trainer and Instructor III

Hiring Range: $40.00/hour

Pay Band: 5

Agency:
Department of Social Services

Location:

DSS HOME OFFICE

Agency Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Job Duties

At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices, ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement, we commit ourselves to listening, learning and cultivating environments of trust, respect and positive engagement.

Together, we are mission-driven, eager to achieve, and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.

We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency - one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia - partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children, adults, and families statewide.

We proudly serve alongside 1,650 (state) and 12,200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia's most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.

This is an hourly/wage position and is not entitled to the Commonwealth of Virginia's state benefits package. This position is limited to no more than 1500 hours in a 12-month period and averages no more than 29 hours a week.

Minimum Qualifications

* Experience in professional training or instruction

* Considerable demonstrated experience and skill in interpreting and applying policy, regulations, and guidelines in Benefit Services- including considerable knowledge of a VaCMS and at least one of the following areas: TANF, VIEW, SNAP, or Medical Assistance Programs (Families & Children Medicaid, ABD, LTSS, AG)

* Considerable knowledge of adult training methodologies and adult learning theory, best practices for group facilitation, and using instructional aids for adult learners.

* Knowledge of state and federal laws and mandates relevant to social services.

* Skill in the use of Microsoft Suite products including Word, Excel, Outlook, One Drive, Sharepoint, and PowerPoint; video conferencing platforms such as Web Ex, Go To Webinar , Zoom, and MS Teams, and in utilizing a Learning Management System.

* Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, meet deadlines, travel throughout Virginia to deliver training, participate in meetings to address statewide training needs, and interact with all levels of the VDSS and other State and Local entities.

* Must have a valid driver's license

Additional Considerations

* Considerable experience in professional stand-up training or instruction and virtual instruction, in a Human Service, Social Service, or public sector setting.

* Experience in developing or revising training curriculum.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.

VDSS will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Selected candidate may be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Frequent in-state, overnight travel is required. Selected candidate(s) may be required to use their personal vehicle or rental vehicle as available for business use.

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