Workforce Development Specialist

WHO WE ARE…

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.

For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You’re a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA , Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER…

• Excellent Health and Dental Insurance.
• Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
• Up to 11 Paid Holidays.
• Retirement program through Mutual of America.
• Additional supplemental insurance programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) …

Under the supervision of the Director of Workforce, the Workforce Development Specialist provides administrative support services to the Workforce & Strategic Development Department including but not limited to maintain and monitor training plans, onboarding schedules, training compliance, reporting, and coordination. Manage information flow within the team(s) and ensure that critical information is shared among team members, and across the agency.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and monitor comprehensive training plans for new and existing employees.
• Ensure that all training plans are up-to-date and aligned with organizational goals and industry standards.
• Collaborate with department heads to identify training needs and create tailored training modules.
• Design and implement onboarding schedules that facilitate smooth integration of new hires into the organization.
• Coordinate with HR and relevant departments to ensure all onboarding materials are prepared and available.
• Conduct onboarding sessions and follow up with new hires to address any issues or questions.
• Track and ensure compliance with all mandatory training requirements, including certifications, licensures, grant deliverables, and continuous education.
• Maintain detailed records of employee training and certifications.
• Prepare compliance reports for internal audits and regulatory reviews.
• Generate regular reports on training activities, compliance status, and workforce development metrics.
• Analyze training data to identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement.
• Present findings and recommendations to the Director of Workforce Development and other stakeholders.
• Serve as a central point of contact for information flow within the Workforce & Strategic Development Department.
• Ensure that critical information is accurately and promptly shared among team members and across the agency.
• Utilize communication tools and platforms to facilitate efficient information dissemination.
• Provide general administrative support to the Workforce & Strategic Development Department, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and preparing documents.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain data integrity.
• Coordinate with external training providers and vendors to arrange training sessions and workshops.
• Collaborate with internal departments to support cross-functional training initiatives.
• Participate in workforce development meetings and contribute to strategic planning efforts.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in workforce development and training.
• Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance the effectiveness of training programs.
• Solicit feedback from employees and managers to continuously improve training offerings and processes.
• Plan and organize workforce development events such as training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
• Coordinate logistics, including venue selection, materials preparation, and participant communication.
• Evaluate event success and gather feedback for future improvements.
• Manage and update training and development software systems.
• Provide technical support to employees using these systems.
• Troubleshoot issues and liaise with IT to resolve technical problems.
• Provide onboarding trainings to staff.
• Become a certified train the trainer and conduct crisis intervention and de-escalation training.

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU…

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years’ experience in a human services role.
• Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Self-motivated and independent, with the ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Preferred experience with Learning Management Software.

APPLY NOW

Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:

Human Resources

Newport Mental Health

42 Valley Road

Middletown, RI 02842

Tel: 401-846-1213

Fax: 401-324-6251

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.