Trainer, Training Instructor ​/ Specialist

Job Details

Job Location:

SGCH New Life Resiliency Center
- San Benito, TX 78586, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Travel Percentage:
Up to 50% , Job Shift: Day, Job Category:
Training,

Sunny Glen Children's Home

Job Description Summary

The Trainer at Sunny Glen Children’s Home will be responsible for supporting the training department in partnership with the Staff Development Coordinator and Lead Trainer. The trainer is responsible for providing support to the training department and ensuring that all staff have the necessary certifications and continued training to meet the needs of Sunny Glen Children’s Home. The Trainer will promote the mission and vision of the Program and of Sunny Glen Children’s Home.

The Trainer is to promote a positive training environment where employees have the opportunity to enhance their professional growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties may be assigned.
• The trainer will implement and support the development of training courses as required by State Licensing Standards and ORR requirements.
• The trainer will ensure effective communication and collaborate with leadership in the execution and direction of required training for all Sunny Glen Children’s Home staff.
• Ensure training materials and locations are organized and prepared prior to all Sunny Glen Children’s Home training.
• Maintain employee training records and safe keep all attendance records of scheduled trainings.
• Assist in the development of an annual training calendar and distribute it to all Sunny Glen Children’s Home staff upon approval by the Program Director and Staff Development Coordinator.
• Enroll new employees in Paycom’s web-based training in order to track and record the completion of required training for all Sunny Glen Children’s Home staff.
• Ensure all employees are in compliance with Sunny Glen Children’s Home, state, and federal training requirements.
• Meet with employees requiring additional training and coaching services.
• Utilize methods to enhance professional skills in preparation for training.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment of respect and rapport to ensure a positive learning experience for all Sunny Glen Children’s Home staff.
• Attending all organizational required training.
• Create, identify, and attend workshops that will enhance professional skills in the area of education, direct supervision, vocational, OSHA, HIPPA, and other topics deemed appropriate by the director or designee.
• Attend and become a certified instructor for First Aid/CPR and Handle with Care (HWC) that promotes Effective Behavioral Intervention (EBI).
• Attend all departmental and program meetings to ensure that up-to-date information is received and/or information of policy changes or practices are adhered to.
• Must assist in the evacuation of youth as needed due to inclement weather conditions, natural disasters, or other unforeseen occurrences.
• Travel as needed for training, conferences or to transport youth to destinations within the U.S.
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

Competencies
- To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Continuous Learning
  - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Job Knowledge
  - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits an ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how a job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Use of Technology
  - Demonstrates required skills; adapts…