IDD Training Specialist-IN508203

ICL•New York, NY

12d

About The Position

This position has primary responsibility for training staff at all levels in the Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (IDD) division and also participates in other training efforts as needed and as time permits. Training and other support services are provided in locations throughout New York City, and sometimes are offered at non-traditional work hours, such as evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent presentation skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong understanding of recovery-oriented services and trauma informed care.
Ability to present information effectively to diverse audiences.
BA/BS required
Minimum three years' experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Certification in SCIP-R required.
Certification as Instructor of First Aid, and of CPR (candidates without Instructor Certification will be expected to complete the Certification process within three months of hire.)

Nice To Haves

SCIP-R instructor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead Trainer for IDD Division: Facilitation/training of SCIP-R Initial, SCIP-R Refreshers, First Aid, and CPR
Facilitation/training of Core Competency trainings for IDD staff, and other relevant workshops
Development of curriculum and other learning materials to be provided to IDD staff, including resources provided for remote learning through a Learning Management System
Coordination of logistics related to trainings for IDD staff and maintaining training records for all IDD employees through ICL’s learning management system
Coordination with external training facilitators, as needed (such as for AMAP)
In coordination with IDD operations staff, the management of IDD specific orientation process for new staff
Monitor and evaluate implementation of skills, and provide remediation training and support as necessary
Identification of training needs through observation, trend monitoring, understanding of the field, external audit results, and feedback from various ICL IDD systems, including Human Rights Committee, case conferences, and internal audits
Attendance at IDD Division and other related meetings
Research evidence-based and best practice interventions consistent with program needs
Work with Behavioral Intervention Specialists, Residence Managers, and other program leaders to develop strategies to best address challenging resident situations
Provide training and professional development workshops to all ICL staff, as needed
Collaborate and support with Workforce Development team the bi-weekly new employee orientation
Participate in the development of manuals, training curricula, and other tools to ensure program managers have the resources they need to provide high-quality services
Offer post-incident support to program staff following high-intensity incidents
Perform other related duties as required.