Training Manager - Hamden, United States - Aspire Living & Learning

Aspire Living & Learning

Verified Company

Hamden, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Feel good about where you work and what you do

We are _Aspire Living & Learning_, a non-profit human services agency making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults and children with autism and other disabilities.

Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a
Training Manager to partner with team members to support the respective Aspire locations.

The Training Manager at Aspire Living & Learning plays a vital role in in coordinating and facilitating Aspire Living & Learning's training practices and programs.

This person is a member of the People and Culture Team, reporting to the work place learning department, championing workplace learning initiatives.

The TM will be responsible for learning initiatives at the local level using multi-module l tools in the execution of Aspire's training program.

Key Responsibilities:

The TM is responsible for implementation of Aspire's learning, development and training platforms.

The TM will partner with team members to support the respective Aspire locations.

Below outlines key aspects of the roles and responsibilities this position holds:

Learning and Development

Cofacilitation of the Learning and Development multidisciplinary team striving towards continual improvement of training standards and sophistication of organizational training capacity;
Provide support and input towards learning and development opportunities to influence employee retention and support a culture of learning;
Review existing training programs suggesting enhancements and modifications to improve engagement, learning and retention;
In partnership with the Workplace Learning team members, provide opportunities to company trainers regarding trainer skill development, creating engaging learning platforms and effective training facilitation techniques.
Cultivate a positive and productive workplace atmosphere to enhance team morale and productivity.
Participate in and complete training sessions as delegated by management to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
Perform any additional job responsibilities as assigned by supervisors or team leaders to support the smooth operation of the organization.

Facilitation of Training Programs

Partners with various stakeholders to design, implement and lead agency wide training and development initiatives including identifying future training needs and creating a curriculum to facilitate the training;
Facilitates Aspire's orientation program, All On Board, supporting new hires through all aspects of the training;
Recruits and trains companywide trainers to support employee development needs, companywide trainings and All on Board;
Researches and implements best practices with regards to quality training and uniform standards, supporting company trainers to these standards;
Report Training data and trends to assess the effectiveness of training programs and identify any opportunities for

Quality and Compliance

Works collaboratively with Quality Enhancement/Quality Assurance personnel and their supervisor; Senior Director of Service Impact;
Supports Quality department initiatives as they relate to the effectiveness of training;
Facilitates ongoing review of training documentation to assure training compliance, reporting recommendations and findings to designated teams;
Develops and execute compliance training standards across Aspire to ensure policies, procedures, and protocols are being adhered to as well as funder training requirements at the state

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required; Master's degree strongly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning processes, instructional design techniques and evaluation methodologies
Must have at least five years' experience in a management role in a human service setting
Adept with technology
Capacity to operate effectively across geographic or educational locations
Excellent interpersonal skills, including leadership, influencing and relationship building
Excellent oral/written communications skills including group facilitation and presentation skills;
Must have a valid driver's license and have satisfactory background checks
Pay Range for this position: $57,000 $65,000_

What's in it for you? As a full-time employee, you will receive:

Full health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and dependent care
403(b) retirement plan and employer matching contribution
Paid sick and personal days
Focus on ongoing professional development
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance
Short and longterm disability

Working Conditions:

Overall, the working conditions for the Training Manager position would likely involve a dynamic mix of office-based tasks, collaboration with stakeholders, occasional travel, and a strong focus on utilizing technology to deliver effective training programs.