UCP Long Island is a not for profit agency whose mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are proud of our 75 year history in creating opportunities and helping to fulfill the dreams of thousands of individuals and families. We remain committed to our goal of Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities!

We are seeking an experienced training manager well versed in all OPWDD required trainings to oversee the effective implementation of training events and special projects throughout our organization.  Oversees, designs, develops, coordinates, and runs both large and small scale training programs.  Identifies training and developmental needs and drives suitable training initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Designs and develops comprehensive programs for training, including all OPWDD, HR trainings, and compliance trainings.
• Researches new training techniques and suggests enhancements to existing training programs to meet the changing needs of the organization.
• Selects the ideal training methods or activities for a particular purpose and audience (online, role playing, mentoring, on the job training, professional development classes, etc.); Conducts regular, whole-organization needs assessments, identifying skills or knowledge gaps that need addressing.
• Markets and promotes training opportunities to employees in an compelling way that provides all necessary information.
• Utilizes training best practices and education principles.
• Develops and prepares educational/training aids and materials,and ensures kept up to date; Maintains a database of curriculum, materials, and training records.
• Evaluates effectiveness of training courses and provide summary reports to management, determining impact of training on employee skills and Agency goals.
• Collaborates and connects with internal stakeholders and liaise with various experts regarding instruction and training plannin
• Organizes and conducts train-the-trainer sessions for in-house experts/trainers.
• Oversees and maintains in-house training facilities and necessary training equipment.
• Researches new training materials and supplies that might enhance our training procedures and provide value to our employees.
• Ensures that training materials and aids are kept up to date and are effective.
• Coordinates training schedule with the hiring and training demands of the Agency. 
• Communicates with team members, trainers and management to ensure all needs are met
• Provides opportunities for ongoing development
• Resolves any specific problems and tailor training programs as necessary.
• Contracts with vendors for employee participation in outside training programs.

Education and/or Experience                                                   

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) degree in one or more of the following areas: Human Resources Development; Communications; Personnel Relations; Business Administration; or Teaching.  Minimum two (2) years' prior training, teaching, or related Human Resources experience.  OPWDD experience needed.  SCIP-R Trainer, CPR/First Aid and Defensive Driving Trainer status preferred.

Our Benefits Program for Eligible Staff Includes:

• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance 
• Retirement - Defined Contribution Pension Plan and 403B plan
• Voluntary AFflac and Whole Lief Insurance plans
• Four weeks Vacation, and other generous PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement

UCP is and Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $67,000