Our Training Specialists work in an open-minded, team atmosphere to foster a continuous learning environment throughout the Agency by supporting the professional development of all employees. The position is responsible for providing one-on-one and small group coaching and mentoring. This position works mostly with internal training on various subjects related to developmental disabilities, mandated trainings, leadership development, workforce transformation, supervisor training, policy and procedure training, etc.

Education and Experience:

o Bachelor Degree and demonstrated understanding of required skills & knowledge in OPWDD services OR an Associate Degree with one year of relevant experience in OPWDD services.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

o Engaging personality with excellent one-on-one and group presentation skills.

o Ability to use a variety of learning/training concepts and principles is required along with knowledge of adult learning principles.

o Excellent verbal/written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills and relationship building.

o Requires information search and research skills, analytical and creative problem solving skills, questioning and feedback skills, customer service orientation and commitment to quality, responsibility, high work standards, and initiatives.

o Solid project and time management skills, computer competence and the ability to use media effectively

o Flexible and open to changing priorities in a busy environment

o Capable of organizing information and self-monitoring of completion of responsibilities and duties in a prompt manner.

o Good oral and written communication skills, effective facilitation skills, and word processing and database management knowledge.

o Certified to train others in the area of CPR/First Aid and SCIP or have the ability to become certified to do so.

o Familiar with NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Rules and Regulations, OSHA Rules and Regulation, and Erie County Department of Mental Health Rules and Regulations related to job duties.

Physical Requirements

o Seeing, hearing, walking, sitting, standing, driving, stooping, bending, carrying, stretching, and climbing stairs as well as the ability to perform all required movements required by the SCIP-R curriculum.

o Lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.

o Exercising independent judgment, concentrating, thinking, communicating, interacting with others, managing multiple tasks and coping with stressful situations and deadlines.

Community Services for Every1 has supported the people of our community for over 30 years. Those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and those who are simply in need. Every day, our efforts support over 2,000 individuals of all abilities, across counties. We are here for Western New Yorkers – all of them.

Helping those in need takes very special people. And those people are the lifeblood of Community Services for Every1. They’re employees who thrive on helping and who have a passion for connecting. Who can form lifelong bonds with the people they support and make the biggest difference in the lives of fellow Western New Yorkers.

Just as we empower those we serve, we strive to empower each other. We support our colleagues through challenges and we collaborate to find the best solutions – and we work hard to help each other grow. Community Services for Every1 offers competitive starting pay based on directly related experience, generous time off, excellent benefits plans and an opportunity to grow!