Training Specialist II at Dominion Youth Services in Fredericksburg, Virginia

Job Description:

Dominion Youth Services is now seeking applicants for our Training Specialist II role! For over 20 years Dominion Youth Services have been providing mental health support to our local communities. We strive to provide the highest level of care and pride ourselves on playing a pivotal role in creating a person-centered plan for the individuals we serve. At DYS we invest in team members who share our passion for helping others and serving our community. In addition to providing a supportive and inclusive environment we pride ourselves on providing the ethical, quality clinical care to our community members. If you are interested in joining our team and helping prepare team members for direct care roles with community members we would love to hear from you! 

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The Training Specialist II will deliver training to staff throughout the agency, in an assigned geographic area. Trainers will provide initial and re-certification training support on specific programs (such as CPR, First Aid, de-escalation/physical training, etc.) Trainers assist in the on-boarding of new hires through organizing and providing new hire training. Trainers are responsible for maintaining appropriate credentials and instructor status for CPR, First Aid, and appropriate de-escalation/physical restraints programs. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivers instructor-led training on CPR, First Aid, and De-escalation/physical restraint training in keeping with federal and state regulatory requirements and ensures that staff are properly trained and certified/recertified.


• Develops, delivers, and maintains new hire orientation and training to provide current policies, procedures, and training in DYS systems to all new hires within designated region.


• Tracks and maintains accurate files and conduct regular audits regarding staff completion of trainings, audits regarding HR documentation and data, providing of certifications, and filing of training checklists and certifications.


• Plans and schedules all aspects of instructor-led and distance training classes for onsite and remote locations (e.g. registration, attendance, expiring certifications).


• Tracks and analyzes quantitative and qualitative data on training programs and makes data driven recommendations for improvements.


• Work as a team with all members of the HR, Quality, Training and Operation teams to meet company training and quality goals.


• Process employment verifications and employee copy requests.


• Audits employee personnel files and checklists for completion.


• Support new hire on-boarding by scheduling classes, preparing new hire packets.


• Maintain and audit for completion of on-boarding documents & checklists.


• Maintain several databases with employee information (i.e. Paycom).


• Coordinate open enrollments, changes, and training for employee benefits programs.


• Assist with employee engagement including monitor employee morale and company culture.


• Collaborate with the human resources team to develop effective recruitment strategies.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s from an accredited college/university in business, human resources, human services, or a related field.


• Knowledge of training and adult education procedures preferred.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong PC skills to include: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and report writing.


• Strong knowledge of behavior reduction strategies and supports.