We are seeking an experienced Training Specialist to assist with the development and delivery of training programs and courses. The Training Specialist will also assist the Director of Training and Senior Training Specialist in reviewing and revising courses to assure that content is current, reflects Vinfen's mission and values and is consistent with best practices in Instructional Design. The Training Specialist provides support to required data entry systems, evaluation processes, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

The Training Specialist will also:

• Implement course revisions and new development by training cadres and assuring all materials are current.
• Develop monthly Divisional calendar of courses, enter all content into Learning Management Database, and post 3 months in advance.
• Ensure that all courses are accurately entered into Learning Management Systems.
• Maintain current Divisional Training data base to track evaluation trends, cadre feedback, and instructional design needs. In collaboration with the Director of Training, coordinate the staffing and delivery of coursestaught by adjunct instructors.
• Observe and provide coaching support to all Instructors at least annually. Communicate with relevant divisional and company staff to ensure quality and effectiveness of training.
• Co-facilitate the Divisional Training Steering Committee, distribute agenda and minutes.
• Enter all certification course data, both internal and external, in data base systems within
  timelines specified by The Director of Training. Maintain current information on
  Divisional programs and trends by reading industry trade publications, necessary
  documentation, and reports.
• Maintain current information on Training and Development programs and trends by reading industry trade publications.
• Maintain currency on training and development issues and trends.
• Deliver excellent customerservice to allstaff and visitors.

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Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security!

Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes:

• A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
• First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance!
• Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!)
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
• Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week):
• 15 days of Vacation per year
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 10 Sick Days per year
• 3 Personal Days per year
• Educational Assistance and Remission Programs
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!
• Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more!

About Us:

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers.

My Job. My Community. My Vinfen.

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

• A minimum of 3-5 years of related experience in Education or Human Services
• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Services or related field required, a Master's degree strongly preferred.
• Experience with E-Learning and/or Instructional Design strongly preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to satilite locations.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Must be able to pass a CORI check, background check and reference check.