Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

At In Flight, Inc. we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach for hopes and dreams and support a meaningful quality of life.

In Flight Inc., is a nonprofit that provides support services within a home environment and the community for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).

The Human Resource Department has an opening for a Trainer. This is a 30-hour non-exempt position. The Trainer must be flexible and have the ability to work during the week as well as evenings and weekends when necessary. There is availability to arrange the schedule as needed. The HR office is in Red Hook, the Trainer will be working in Kingston, Saugerties, Red Hook and locations throughout Columbia County. This position reports to the Associate Director of Human Resources and works with the Training Specialist.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED- Associate degree preferred
• Must present a respect and dedication to the Human Services field that supports Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
• Experience working with people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities as well as mental health.
• Must have valid NYS License and acceptable driving record based on agency standards.
• Must be a certified CPR/First Aid Instructor or become certified.
• Must be certified to teach Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention - Revised (SCIP-R) or become certified.
• Must be familiar with person centered planning, Core Competencies, HCBS Waiver and the Personal Outcome Measures® (POMs).
• Knowledge of Therap, Med Certification regulations, Behavior Plans and documentation requirements under OPWDD.
• Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Duties:

• Works in conjunction with the Training Specialist to ensure that orientations, recerts and on-the-job training along with continuous education is being completed for incoming and permanent staff.
• Coordinates with the Training Specialist to be available for scheduled training. Looks for new and relevant training that can be incorporated into agency needs and future growth.
• Works with the Trainer and Manager of Staff Development to give feedback on curriculum to promote retention and career growth including observing staff on shift.
• Along with the Training Specialist will guarantee 90 days on the job training checklist is completed and work with Managers to provide additional training in line with DSP Competencies.
• Retrains staff as deemed necessary.

The HR Department is a fun, inviting and personable department. We are looking for the right fit to join our team. We work with all of our departments to offer support and guidance.

Personal Traits:

• Highest level of integrity
• Honest
• Professional
• Compassionate
• Patient
• Respectful
• Good sense of humor
• Energetic
• Personable
• Must have a strong work ethic.
• Ability to build professional relationships.

Skills

• Ability to present comfortably in front of large groups.
• Ability to determine the best approach for teaching tasks.
• Ability to document and track information.
• Computer knowledge.
• Ability to observe and give feedback.
• Communication skills- written and oral.
• Multi task
• Work independently with minimal direction or oversight.

In Flight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits are offered to positions of 30 hours or more.

• Generous benefits including 403(b), medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Up to 3 weeks PTO with additional 56 hours for sick time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Supplemental benefits