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Director of Training and Development
$136k-177k (estimate)
Full Time
9 Months Ago
FIRST CHOICE SERVICES is Hiring a Director of Training and Development Near Charleston, WV
- At this time, we are currently prioritizing internal candidates for this position.
Who is First Choice Services? – There’s a Helpline for That!
First Choice Services is a non-profit operating several FREE programs and helplines across multiple states with the common goal of making behavioral health and social services easier to access and navigate! And we do all of this from our beautiful office in Charleston, WV!
What are we looking for in a candidate?
We are looking for kind, empathetic, and driven candidates who want to help others, and be a part of a growing team of hard-working and awesome individuals. We are looking for candidates who have a strong desire to develop trainings that will meet credentialing requirements, support and educate our employees. We are looking for a candidate who enjoys talking to people, are dynamic, and are willing to learn and grow from others.
What will the Director of Training and Development do?
The Director of Training and Development will work with all program level directors on developing training materials for employees. The position will require the candidate to remain knowledgeable regarding current best practice standards and training requirements for each of our lines. The Director of Training and Development will support employees who serve a population seeking behavioral health and addiction treatment, and therefore, must be driven, empathetic, and passionate about mental health, suicide prevention and substance abuse treatment for consumers of all ages.
What are some of the essential functions?
- Identifies potential training needs of employees in compliance with grant/program requirements.
- Conducts training and development on an on-going and as needed basis.
- Directs the design, planning and implementation of company training programs aligned with the goals and strategic plan of the organization.
- Reviews existing training programs; suggests enhancements and modifications to improve engagement, learning, and retention and/or to meet the changing needs of the organization.
- Plans and leads short and long-term planning for training and development programs.
- Required to maintain continuing education in relevant areas.
What are the requirements for the positions?
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, or other relevant human services field required. Master’s degree in social work, psychology or other relevant human services field preferred. Those already certified to provide ASIST and SafeTalk Training (through Livingworks) will be given preference.
- Proven ability to train and lead groups of people.
- Strong communication skills, both written and orally. Must be able to speak in front of groups.
- Must be willing to train employees on topics regarding suicide, substance use, mental illness, domestic violent, etc.
- Ability to be flexible, think critically and problem solve.
- Ability to navigate through and lead through difficult conversations, including situations discussing addiction, suicide, grief, domestic violence, etc.
- Strong time-management and people skills, flexibility, and multitasking ability.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen (post-offer).
- Ability to work different shifts, when needed, to meet our employees where they are.
- Reliable transportation.
- Continuous computer work, so candidates must have computer and typing skills.
Benefits!
- Second-chance employer
- Large long-term recovery population
- Competitive wages
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Paid time off package
- Floating holiday
- Holiday pay
- 401(k) with company match after 1 year of service
- Rewarding work in a fun work environment with fantastic people
- Massage chairs, quiet rooms, and VR headsets
- Outreach Opportunities
- Discounted gym membership with the YMCA
- Employee engagement events
First Choice Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer! Come Join Our Team!
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$136k-177k (estimate)
POST DATE
08/11/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
05/01/2024
WEBSITE
firstchoiceservices.net
HEADQUARTERS
San Leandro, CA
SIZE
<25
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