Director of Training

Description

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference in the life of a child, Project Harmony is looking for you. We are seeking an experienced and committed Director of Training to join our dynamic and innovative organization. This position works under the direction of the Senior Director of Prevention & Early Intervention and is a member of the leadership team of Project Harmony. This position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Training Institute and supervision of members of the Training Team, the development and administering of in-person, asynchronous or online training and oversees the electronic learning management system and e-learning platform.  

Project Harmony Training Institute is a nationally recognized training program that primarily teaches child advocacy center professionals, collaborative partners and community members trauma informed practices surrounding the response to outcries of child abuse and neglect, human trafficking, and the impacts of domestic violence on children. Annually, the Training Institute trains over 20,000 individuals in multiple states and countries.  

Who We Are

Project Harmony exists to provide effective, immediate and sensitive support to child abuse victims and their non-offending family members.  Project Harmony is committed to a vision with a focus on one goal: ending the cycle of child abuse and neglect.  Project Harmony is one of the largest Child Advocacy Centers in the nation.
 

At Project Harmony, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients and our community.  Project Harmony is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.  We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national original, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
 

Our Culture 

At Project Harmony, we are committed to building a team of dedicated, compassionate professionals who are supportive of our culture:
 

We are all Project Harmony: Project Harmony exists because of the unique collaboration of community partners, dedicated to ending child abuse and neglect. Our strength lies in our people, their ideas, their differences, their diverse talents and perspectives.
 

We bring our best everyday: Project Harmony consists of experts, problem solvers and visionaries dedicated to promoting creativity and innovation. We demonstrate personal integrity and maintain a high standard of ethical behavior. Project Harmony is dedicated to fostering a learning environment where all members of the collaborative process can flourish.
 

When it comes to children, we don’t compromise: Children come first in all that we do.  Project Harmony provides a safe place where children have the courage to use their voices – a place where healing begins.  Because of Project Harmony’s coordination of care, children entering Project Harmony go from crisis to courage. Our vision reimagines the system to make it work best for all involved, especially the child. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess agency and community training needs, and recruit, hire and supervise training staff to meet those needs.
• Lead the development and implementation of technology to support strategies to deliver training using online formats.
• Develop and implement fiscal strategy to increase training revenue and provide program reports reflecting attainment of training goals.
• Guide and oversee training and prevention-related initiatives.
• Develop, plan, and coordinate local, state, and national marketing of training and education.
• Oversee the annual conference planning process with partner agencies.
• Develop and deliver education and training to professionals related to child abuse and neglect.
• Oversee data collection and analysis to evaluate training program and report results as part of continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Develop continuous knowledge of Child Abuse Reporting trends in Nebraska and Iowa, and maintain effective relationships with Law Enforcement, County Attorneys and Child Protective Services Hotline and Initial Assessment Units.
• Support and encourage teamwork and collaboration between agencies and staff involved in reporting and investigation of child abuse.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree required in social work, education, criminal justice, psychology, law, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Two to five years leadership/management experience.
• Training or experience in adult education required.

Work Experience

• Experience in curriculum development, teaching, or training.
• Professional experience in child welfare and working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience with program development, fiscal management, and evaluation.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse, and family violence, as well as understanding of the roles of law enforcement, child protection services, mental health and medical community.
• Excellent active listening, presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of initiative and energy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• High level of professionalism.
• Strong organizational, decision-making and time management skills.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to resolve conflicts.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, as well as other software and databases. 
• Experience with Learning Management Systems, and virtual training platforms.
• Must respect and maintain confidentiality.

Other

• Must be willing to work flexible hours.
• Must submit to a thorough criminal history background check.
• Must have access to a vehicle, possess a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Position involves some travel, primarily within the state.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it.