Training Specialist - YRTC Omaha

State of Nebraska • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans! The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking compassionate and committed individuals to join our team as a Training Specialist at the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Omaha. These professionals provide essential training to teammates that support male youth. This vital role directly supports our mission of Helping People Live Better Lives. About the Role: This position will plan and conduct recurring training activities for current and new teammates at YRTC Omaha.

Requirements

• Two years’ experience and/or training in planning and presenting information and/or education to others through formal training, workshops, seminars, or other instructional venues including experience developing training programs or curriculum.
• Associates’ degree in education, human resources, organization communication, training and development or related field may be substituted for experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation for work-related travel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience planning and/or conducting training in a facility or healthcare setting.
• Experience working with youth
• Experience planning and/or conducting New Employee Orientation training

Responsibilities

• Utilize best practices to provide adult learning opportunities for a wide variety of subject areas
• Serve as professional resource for employees and managers regarding classes/programs taught
• May train other agency employees to present courses similar to those presented
• Research, develop, and schedule new adult learning courses to meet identified agency objectives.
• Plan and deliver interactive and engaging coursework materials and training in a classroom, web-based or e-learning environment.
• Modify existing course curriculums based on changes in legislation, federal regulations, agency regulations, court decisions, practice changes, regulatory/accreditation standards, or program assessment.
• Conduct formal training assessments to determine effectiveness of presented learning opportunities and to identify agency program or operational needs to be addressed by developing new learning programs.
• Assess and track individual staff participation, behavior, learning achievement and competency demonstration to determine the need for mentoring, adjustment to learning format, remedial training, or discipline.
• Coordinate with other instructors for the delivery of courses and monitoring of performance.
• Manage logistics associated with hosting a learning event (room, tables, chairs, equipment)
• Consult and communicate with supervisors, managers and administrators concerning agency training, programmatic or service needs.
• Assess competencies of employees to determine courses or segments of training which must be attended.
• Generate reports and provide required certification to trainees upon demonstration of required skills and competencies.
• Maintain inventory of educational materials, supplies and equipment

Benefits

• Vacation and sick leave begin accruing immediately upon hire.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• Agency-backed retirement plan with 156% employer match.
• Supportive leadership and team culture.
• Numerous opportunities for internal advancement and promotion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree