Training Specialist- $1500.00 Hiring Bonus

Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Do you want a job that is personally fulfilling, creative, and rewarding? Does diversity, inclusion, and advocacy matter to you? Then we want you to come check out MSSCA! MSSCA is a local non-profit that has been serving the Mat-Su Valley community since 1985. We are looking for a caring, creative, and energetic individual to join our team.

___________________________________________________________________

Core Values: Person-centered, Choice, Respect, Excellence, Advocacy, and Teamwork

___________________________________________________________________

Position Summary: The Internal and In-the-Field Training Specialist is responsible for designing, coordinating, and delivering training programs for staff. This role ensures that employees have the knowledge, tools, and support necessary to carry out MSSCA's mission effectively and consistently.

Essential Functions and Tasks:

• Understand, practice, and promote the vision and core values of Mat-Su Services for Children & Adults.
• Using best practices in adult learning, develop and maintain comprehensive training curricula aligned with organizational goals, including program-specific training, compliance, safety and required regulations.
• Develop and implement a schedule for competency-based training sessions.
• Collaborate with department leads to assess training needs and customize content accordingly.
• Facilitate in-person and virtual training sessions for all employees.
• Conduct on-site field training and shadowing opportunities to reinforce skill application.
• Provide coaching and feedback to individuals during and after training sessions.
• Monitor and assess training outcomes through surveys, assessments, and field performance reviews.
• Update training materials and methods based on feedback and evolving organizational needs.
• Track training participation and maintain accurate records for reporting and compliance.
• Work cross-functionally with HR, Programs, Volunteer Coordination, and Compliance teams.
• Support new initiative rollouts by preparing frontline teams with the necessary training.
• Act as a mentor and resource for trainers and program leads within the organization.
• Facilitate and conduct CPR & MANDT trainings with employee's and community members.
• Motivate coordinate employee participation in continuing education.
• Serve as a back-up for the Community Supports Assistant when the need arises and they are not available.
• Provide support to consumers when other staff are not available?
• Ensure compliance with required annual trainings and certifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, Developmental Disabilities, Adult Education, or related field. Education may be substituted with appropriate work experience.

Experience

• 2+ years of experience working in the developmental disabilities field.
• Experience working in a non-profit or mission-driven environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Proficient with standard computer operating systems. Ability to navigate Microsoft Office Suite, online databases, and other programs and websites as required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in the field of developmental disabilities.
• Ability to conduct individual and group trainings, both formal and informal.
• Ability to conduct training on-site as services are being delivered.
• Knowledge of Medicaid requirements relative to individual service plans and progress notes.
• Knowledge of the local and state serve delivery system.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness and ability to attain a CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Can maintain confidentiality while understanding and complying with requirements of mandated reporting, duty to warn, HIPAA, and other limits to confidentiality.
• Have the willingness and ability to work outside of normal business hours as well as Holidays and weekends as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all MSSCA required ongoing trainings, certifications and background checks.
• Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• As needed possess a current and valid driver's license.
  • Driving record to be assessed by HR.

Licensure, Certification, Registrations and pre-hire requirements:A current TB test, valid Alaska driver's license with two (2) years driving experience, and proof of automobile insurance must be submitted prior to employment. Successful candidates must pass federal, state and local background checks Candidate must also provide three (3) verifiable references.

Work Environment:

• Environment: Majority of work will be performed in an office environment with florescent lighting and minimal opportunities for exposure to natural lighting throughout the workday. Moderate exposure to food/cooking odors. Dense staff population often requires sharing workspaces with minimal personal space and noticeable exposure to conversations and other distractions. Some driving with various road conditions may be required with exposure to a variety of temperatures and walking surfaces.
• Hazards: Exposure to repetitive motion during data entry requires a high level of compliance with best practices of ergonomics, body mechanics and suggested breaks. May have exposure to blood and body fluids during the occasional performance of 1st Aid or CPR. This position may require de-escalating verbally or physically aggressive individuals. Unpredictable employee interactions are also possible.

This job description is not an employment agreement between MSSCA and the employee; and is subject to change as the needs of the Agency and requirements of the job change.

Mat-Su Services for Children and Adults is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Every individual who is to be associated with MSSCA as an employee, volunteer or practicum/internship student must have a valid criminal history check conducted by the State of Alaska Background Check Program (BCP) in accordance with AS 47.05.300-47.05.390; as well as checked against the State of Alaska Medicaid Exclusion list and the Federal Exclusion list. There is an associated fee with the background check that is deducted from each staff's first paycheck.