Trainer

Now Hiring: Trainer

Location: Southwood Interventions, 5701 S Wood Street, Chicago, IL  60636

Salary Range: $52,000 annually

Job Type: Full-time

Shift : Monday - Friday

Southwood Interventions is seeking a dedicated and innovative Trainer to join our team. This role is essential in fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the organization. This candidate will have a strong background and skill set that is detail oriented. This candidate must also have the ability to audit records and be familiar with Illinois regulations. The candidate should be energetic, process-oriented, and excited to teach

Duties/Responsibilities:

•  Creates, organizes, plans, and presents various forms of onboarding, orientation, and skills training for new hires and current employees.
• Develops unique training programs to fulfill workers’ specific needs to maintain or improve job skills.
• Creates and/or acquires training procedure manuals, guides, and course materials.
• Presents training and development programs using various forms and formats including group discussion, lectures, and videos.
• Maintains records of training and development activities, attendance, results of tests and assessments, and retraining requirements.
• Evaluates program effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and feedback.
• Maintains knowledge of the latest trends in training and development.
• Prepares and implements training budget; maintains records and reports of expenses.
• Performs tasks related to managing office operations, including answering phones, scheduling meetings, managing calendars, filing documents, handling emails, preparing reports, ordering office supplies, and maintaining records.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Review and audit employee training records and client records
• Understand Illinois rules and regulations
• Provide quality assurance tasks for the agency.
• Design, implement, and evaluate comprehensive training programs tailored to meet the needs of various departments.
• Collaborate with HR management to identify skill gaps and create targeted learning solutions.
• Conduct research on industry best practices to ensure training content is relevant and up-to-date.
• Facilitate employee orientation sessions to onboard new hires effectively.
• Support succession planning initiatives by identifying high-potential employees and creating development plans.
• Present training materials in an engaging manner to ensure participant understanding and retention.
• Assist in recruiting efforts by providing training on interview techniques and candidate evaluation processes.
• Foster positive employee relations through effective communication and support during the learning process.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods.
• Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives.
• Ability to utilize a learning management system to effectively track and monitor training of all employees.
• Ability to design and implement effective training and development.
• Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related program software

Experience:

• Proven experience in human resources or a related field, with a focus on talent management and employee development.
• Proficiency in using e-learning software is highly desirable.
• Strong research skills to gather information on training methodologies and industry trends.
• Experience in succession planning, employee orientation, recruiting, and employee relations is preferred.
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong organizational skills.

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Associate degree preferred.
• At least one year of training experience preferred.

OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

•  At least 21 years of age.
• Have a Valid driver’s license.
• Pass a Physical exam including TB and drug testing.
• Criminal clearances are required through State Police, FBI, and Child Abuse checks.
• Successful completion of all background and pre-employment checks.

Join Our Team and Together, we'll continue BUILDING BETTER FUTURES!

Benefits & Perks: We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

Who We Are:

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As we work to make a difference in people’s lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
• As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.

We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!

About Company:

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. 

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.