Training Specialist

Position Title: Training Speciliast 
Pay Rate: $22.05- $23.59 
Employment Status: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: Travel between Allegheny & Westmoreland Office

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,000
 

Make a Meaningful Impact
Are you a mission-driven individual looking to make a difference in someone’s life? Achieva is seeking caring, compassionate, and reliable individuals to support people with disabilities in achieving independence, connection, and personal fulfillment. If you value flexibility, empowerment, and community-centered work, we welcome you to apply.

About Achieva
For over 70 years, Achieva has been committed to supporting and including individuals with disabilities and their families. We envision a community where everyone leads a life of personal significance. Achieva provides personalized services and opportunities that respect each person’s unique aspirations.

Position Summary
Provide training oversight to Achieva Support employees. Develops, implements and monitors training materials for Achieva Support employees as mandated by government regulations and funder standards, program operations and/or agency initiatives. Ensures training compliance. Reports to Achieva Support’s Compliance Training Manager. In the absence of the Compliance Training Manager, reports directly to the Vice President of Quality & Compliance. 

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the achievement of an individual's personal outcomes, success, and inclusion in the community.

• Adheres to Achieva and Achieva Support policies, procedures, mission, and core values.

• Orients/trains Achieva Support new and current employees and management staff.

• Provides annual and as-needed trainings to Achieva Support employees.

• Develops, implements, and monitors training materials for Achieva Support employees as mandated by government regulations, funder standards, program operations, and/or agency initiatives.

• Provides guidance and learning accommodations to Achieva Support employees as needed.

• Serves as an advocate and liaison for the people supported at Achieva Support.

• Reviews all training report forms and competency exams to evaluate or establish competency and understanding of training materials.

• Tracks and ensures personnel meet all regulatory, agency, program, and credentialing training requirements prior to service delivery and throughout their employment.

• Conducts ongoing and random record reviews to ensure compliance; reports non-compliance in a timely manner.

• Prepares and submits comprehensive reports on training and compliance to management and external audit teams.

• Confers with the Compliance Department to conduct surveys to identify training needs based on current processes, changes, and other factors.

• Monitors and participates in the distribution of trainings through Achieva Support’s learning management system and/or other training platforms.

• Informs Achieva Support program management of personnel and training requirements.

• Collaborates as needed with other department leaders and external stakeholders.

• Promotes trainings for all Achieva Support employees through internal and external trainings, newsletters, etc.

• Promotes the professional development of Achieva Support employees.

• Maintains knowledge of adult learning theories, best practices, and instructional design; implements performance action steps when needed.

• Maintains knowledge of current county, state, and federal regulations, standards, and/or licensing applicable to all Achieva Support employees.

• Performs other duties as assigned. (This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties, which may change at any time with or without notice.)

• Associate’s degree in human services, social science and/or related field and/or 2 years of training experience and industry experience of working with people with I/DD.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Effective interpersonal, motivational, and organizational skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Necessary computer/knowledge skills; i.e, Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Google Doc, Google Sheets, etc.
• Must meet Act 33, Act 34 and FBI clearance requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and properly insured vehicle available for daily use.
• Some local travel and some evenings and weekends required.

Why Join Achieva?

• Meaningful Work: Directly contribute to the lives of people with disabilities
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a values-driven, supportive team

Comprehensive Benefits Include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low employee contributions
• Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions after one year
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and family support
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays for work-life balance

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives. To request an accommodation, contact Human Resources at 412-995-5000 ext 650 or [email protected].