Locations: Huntsville, Hartselle, and Decatur

Status: Full-Time

Function:   

The Staff Development Trainer is responsible for researching, implementing, monitoring and maintaining all aspects of employee training for each position in the program.  This position is also responsible for analysis of data and relating this information to Regional Directors in order to contribute to the continuous development of staff  improvement in the quality of services provided by the Organization. 

Know How: 

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree  in a related field, demonstrated knowledge in the field of adult training and program requirements.   Must be eligible for QDDP on call as needed.  A high level of skill in human relations and effective communication is required.  A background in computer operations is needed. the ability to work without direct supervision, and knowledge of general office procedures. 

Principal Activities: 

1. Coordinate and provide training as required for each position. 

2. Implement and coordinate core curriculum for each position. 

3. Identify appropriate training modules for each position. 

4. Secure and maintain training programs for each position. 

5. Coordinate and disseminate information regarding on going training opportunities. 

6. Insure all new employees complete core curriculum for their position within the given time frame. 

7. Coordinate training courses necessary for staff to maintain certifications (CPR, First Aid,  CPI etc). 

8. Coordinate Policy/Procedure reviews and training (incident reporting, abuse/neglect policies, personnel policies, respect, rights etc). 

9.  Provide reports on training proficiency, needs and schedules. 

10. Maintain training database for each employee. 

11. Assist with certification and  Accreditation regulations/Requirements 

12. Complete Medicaid and QDDP required documents/Duties   

13. Perform administrative duties and office management duties as needed 

14. Assume any other duties as assigned by the Regional Services Director 

Effect on End Result: 

1. A well-trained and knowledgeable staff provides quality services. 

2. Staff training meets the compliance standards of regulatory and monitoring agencies. 

3. Enhanced quality and efficiency of programs. 

Language skills: 

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret, common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribe style and format.  Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or employees. 

American with Disabilities Specifications: 

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust or focus. 

Work Environment: 

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with individuals to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.   

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.